The group had faced severe charges, such as treason and incitement of a military coup, with some accusations carrying the death penalty
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The young men, among 76 defendants brought before the court in Abuja, were arrested during widespread protests in August
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The government had opposed bail during the initial presentation of charges last week, as treason carries the potential for a death sentence if convicted
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A firm police response and a call for a protest pause by President Bola Tinubu have dampened the demonstrations
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Authorities have been trying to keep protesters on the outskirts of major cities to prevent disruptions to business and traffic
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Recent clashes have resulted in at least three deaths in Kaduna state
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