The 2015–2016 Killing of Biafran Protesters refers to an ongoing killing of demonstrators demanding the restoration of the sovereignty of the Republic of Biafra by Nigerian security forces, especially the Nigerian army, across the southeastern parts of Nigeria. The demonstrations are spearheaded by several secessionist groups. In addition, residents of the above-mentioned region have often been subjected to conditions synonymous with those obtainable in a Police State. The Nigerian military and Federal Government have strenuously denied engaging in any of these acts.