Millions Demonstrate Against Brazil Prez Rousseff Over Corruption Scandal

16 March, Sao Paulo

Over a million have joined demonstrations in Brazil against President Dilma Rousseff, with many asking for her impeachment.

The protesters say the President must have known about a corruption scandal in the state oil firm, Petrobras.

The political opposition say much of the alleged bribery took place when she was head of the company.

But Ms Rousseff has been exonerated in an investigation by the Attorney General and denies involvement.

Most of the politicians accused of taking bribes in a kickback scheme come from the governing coalition.

Protests have taken place across 22 Brazilian states and the federal capital, Brasilia. The largest demonstration went ahead in Sao Paulo, a major opposition stronghold, attracting more than 500,000 people.