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#ENDSARS: Protesters disregard FCTA ban order, storm National Assembly
#ENDSARS protesters on Thursday defied a ban by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) and took to the streets to continue to drive home their message.
The protesters, in their thousands on Thursday morning, marched to the National Assembly Complex.
Vehicular movements and other activities around the Federal Secretariat area were grounded as the protesters blocked the entrance of the National Assembly, chanting songs of solidarity.
The security committee of the FCTA on Thursday morning said ongoing protests endanger the lives of everyone in the capital city and placed a ban on the street protests.
In a statement released by the FCT administration on Thursday, October 15, 2020, the security committee decided at its October 13 meeting that the protests are in violation of safety rules.
The committee said the peaceful protesters have been behaving in an unruly manner, and caused inconveniences to others in the capital city.
The committee also said the protesters have failed to comply with COVID-19 guidelines regulating public gatherings.
But the protesters, defiant in their stance, said it would take more than notice of ban or other form of threat from the government to make them drop their agitation.
“We have never garnered such momentum and unity every before in this country to demand for a better life for citizens. Now our leaders are shocked to see us speaking in one voice and they are trying to intimidate us. It will not work They must listen to us. If we let the have their way we may never get this chance again
“For them talking about COVID-19 protocols, it is just double standard and laughable. We were all witnesses when thousands of defying social distancing and other safety protocols attended Abba Kyari’s burial in Abuja.
“We were all here and saw the rallies in Edo and Ondo States. We were here and we saw weddings of top government functionaries that defied all safety protocols.
“There are several other instances Why weren’t they stopped. Now they see we have broken the jinx and fighting for the good of this country, they want to stop us. It will not work,” one of the protesters said.
Security agents were seen forming a barricade to deny the protesters entrance into the premises of the National Assembly complex.
October 15, 2020
#EndSARS: Some northern states pleased with SARS – Lalong
Some Northern states are comfortable with operations of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) because of the security situation in the area.
Chairman of the Northern Governors’ Forum and governor of Plateau Simon Lalong stated this on Thursday while speaking to State House Correspondents.
Lalong spoke after briefing President Muhammadu Buhari on the security situation in the north as well as the upcoming National Festival of Arts and Culture (NAFEST).
The Governor, while speaking on the disbandment of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS), said what is needed is the reformation of the unit to enable it discharge its functions optimally.
According to him, SARS had bad elements as well as operatives doing their work diligently.
He cautioned the baby should not be thrown away with the bath water as the police unit had been useful in the fight against insecurity in the north.
Details shortly…
October 15, 2020
#EndSARS: Google joins the #EndSARS campaign
The Global Organization of Oriented Group Language of Earth, GOOGLE, has joined the End SARS campaign.
Google in a tweet via its Twitter account on Thursday strongly opposed the oppression, brutality and intimidation carried out on Innocent protesters by the Nigerian Government.
The organization also called for a speedy response and resolution to the unfortunate situation.
“We strongly oppose oppression, brutality & intimidation.
“We believe a fair and impartial police force is a critical element of a stable society, & that abuse of power infringes on people’s democratic & human rights.
“We urge a speedy resolution to the current situation,” the tweet read.
Recall that Reno Omokri, a former aide to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, had urged Sundar Pichai, the Chief Executive Officer of Alphabet Inc. and its subsidiary, Google LLC to change her doodle to reflect the end of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) in Nigeria over their recent activities in the country.
October 15, 2020
BREAKING: #EndSARS: FCTA bans #EndSARS protest in Abuja
The Federal Capital Territory Security Committee has banned #EndSARS protests in Abuja, the nation’s capital, for alleged violation of the COVID-19 protocols.
The FCT Administration said it was concerned that despite the scrapping of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad by the Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, last Sunday, the demonstrations had continued, causing inconveniences to law-abiding citizens.
The resolutions of the meeting were contained in a statement on Wednesday titled,’COVID-19: FCT Security Committee prohibits street demonstrations,’ signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the FCT minister, Mr Anthony Ogunleye.
The meeting which held on Tuesday to review the security situation in the FCT and address identified challenges, was chaired by the FCT Minister, Malam Muhammad Bello and had in attendance the Permanent Secretary, FCTA, Mr Olusade Adesola, heads of the various security agencies and military formations in the FCT, senior members of staff of the FCTA, representatives of religious and traditional institutions as well as Area Council chairmen.
The statement read, “While the committee recognizes the rights of citizens as regards freedom of association and movement as enshrined in the constitution, it has observed that the unruly conduct of the crowd and manner of demonstrations are in complete violation of the COVID-19 safety protocols which were put in place to safeguard the lives of citizens.
“These violations endanger the lives of not just the demonstrators, but also other citizens going about their legitimate concerns.https://frontend.1worldonline.com/widget/smart3-5eae359d.html#!/widget/9b0ba25c-5faa-433c-af72-a94897eb2780&type=widget&code=9b0ba25c-5faa-433c-af72-a94897eb2780&mode=smart3&token=9b0ba25c-5faa-433c-af72-a94897eb2780-1&location=https%3A%2F%2Fpunchng.com%2Fendsars-fcta-bans-protests-in-abuja%2Fabout:blank
“For the avoidance of doubt, the COVID-19 guidelines regulating public gatherings recommend physical distancing, temperature checks, the use of facial coverings, amongst others.
“Clearly, all these guidelines were flouted by the protesters. Consequently, the committee directs that due to the dangers posed by COVID-19, all street demonstrations, protests and processions will not be allowed anywhere within the FCT.”
The committee noted with satisfaction the directive by President Muhammadu Buhari to the IGP to disband the SARS as well as other reforms aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of the Nigeria Police.
The FCT Administration said it was concerned that despite the scrapping of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad by the Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, last Sunday, the demonstrations had continued, causing inconveniences to law-abiding citizens.
The resolutions of the meeting were contained in a statement on Wednesday titled,’COVID-19: FCT Security Committee prohibits street demonstrations,’ signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the FCT minister, Mr Anthony Ogunleye.
The meeting which held on Tuesday to review the security situation in the FCT and address identified challenges, was chaired by the FCT Minister, Malam Muhammad Bello and had in attendance the Permanent Secretary, FCTA, Mr Olusade Adesola, heads of the various security agencies and military formations in the FCT, senior members of staff of the FCTA, representatives of religious and traditional institutions as well as Area Council chairmen.
The statement read, “While the committee recognizes the rights of citizens as regards freedom of association and movement as enshrined in the constitution, it has observed that the unruly conduct of the crowd and manner of demonstrations are in complete violation of the COVID-19 safety protocols which were put in place to safeguard the lives of citizens.
“These violations endanger the lives of not just the demonstrators, but also other citizens going about their legitimate concerns.https://frontend.1worldonline.com/widget/smart3-5eae359d.html#!/widget/9b0ba25c-5faa-433c-af72-a94897eb2780&type=widget&code=9b0ba25c-5faa-433c-af72-a94897eb2780&mode=smart3&token=9b0ba25c-5faa-433c-af72-a94897eb2780-1&location=https%3A%2F%2Fpunchng.com%2Fendsars-fcta-bans-protests-in-abuja%2Fabout:blank
“For the avoidance of doubt, the COVID-19 guidelines regulating public gatherings recommend physical distancing, temperature checks, the use of facial coverings, amongst others.
“Clearly, all these guidelines were flouted by the protesters. Consequently, the committee directs that due to the dangers posed by COVID-19, all street demonstrations, protests and processions will not be allowed anywhere within the FCT.”
The committee noted with satisfaction the directive by the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.) to the IGP to disband the SARS as well as other reforms aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of the Nigeria Police.
October 15, 2020
#EndSARS: SARS,SWAT Two Sides Of The Same Coin-Says Tambuwal
By Muhammad Goronyo,Sokoto
…..insists Rule of Law Must Prevail On Violators of Human Rights
Gov. Aminu Waziri Tambuwal has described the dissolved Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) and its successor Special Weapons and Tactics [SWAT] as being the same thing.

Gov. Tambuwal made the comparison Wednesday when he swore-in the Chairman and members of the Sokoto State Independent National Electoral Commission (SOSIEC) in Government House, Sokoto.
According him, although the effort of the government in axing the infamous SARS is commendable, President Muhammadu Buhari and the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Muhammad Adamu, nonetheless should not be in a haste to foist another notorious body on Nigerians.
Instead, the governor suggested that the IGP should consult widely with Nigerians on what kind of police reform is most suitable for the citizens and the country.
He said merely changing the name of SARs to SWAT is not the solution to the myriads of problems that the country has been facing, but advised Mr President to recruit more people into Nigeria’s security outfits.
He also suggested that the apex government should provide more modern equipments, especially Information and Communication Technology (ICT) gadgets and improved renumeration package to the police
He said some of the activities of SARS prior to its proscription were obviously against the fundamental human right of Nigerians, thereby prescribing that the perpetrators of those wrongdoings, who also gave the police institution a bad name, should be brought to book.
He urged President Buhari and the IGP to intensify efforts on the re-training of those that served in disbanded unit and redeploy them to address the challenges of insurgency, banditry and kidnapping in the regions of North-West, North-Central and the country in general.
Turning to the newly sworn-in Chairman and members of SOSIEC, the governor said their composition and selection was based on their proven integrity and unblemished records of service.
He urged them to come up with guidelines and time table for the conduct of local government elections to enable the state government determine when and how to conduct local government elections very soon.
Tambuwal while congratulating them for their appointments, also charged them to uphold the trust reposed in them by being fair and just in the discharge of their duties.
The new SOSIEC officials include its Chairman, Alhaji Aliyu Suleiman and five members: Muazu Garba Dundaye, Sidi Mukhtar Ibrahim, Umar Galadima Durbawa, Abubakar Haliru Dange and Alhaji Musa Illela; who will serve as Permanent Members of the commission.
October 15, 2020
#EndSARS: Another Armed thugs disrupt #EndSARS protest in Lagos
Armed thugs on Thursday disrupted a protest against police brutality and extortion in Lagos State.
In a video that surfaced online, the thugs were seen with a knife and other weapons.
The thugs, who arrived at the planned venue of the protest at Alausa, caused a commotion in the area.
Details later…
October 15, 2020
#EndSARS: Army threatens ‘decisive action’ against ‘trouble makers, anti-democratic forces’
The Nigerian Army has issued a warning against persons it tagged “subversive elements and trouble makers” and warned them to desist from such acts.
The army said it remained committed to defending the country and her democracy “at all cost.”
In what could be described as a veiled warning to the #EndSARS protesters, who have been occupying the streets for the past one week, and demanding the reform of the Nigeria Police, the NA threatened to “deal with any situation decisively”.
The army authorities stated this in a statement titled, ‘Nigerian Army remains resolute to the peace and stability of the nation,’ signed by the acting Director Army Public Relations, Col Sagir Musa,
on Wednesday.
It read, “The Nigerian Army wishes to reassure law-abiding citizens that it is highly committed to the sustenance of peace, security and defence of democracy in Nigeria.
“As a responsible and law-abiding organisation, the NA reaffirms its unalloyed loyalty and commitment to the President, Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Muhammadu Buhari and the Constitution of the country.
“The Nigeria Army hereby, warns all subversive elements and trouble makers to desist from such acts as it remains highly committed to defending the country and her democracy at all cost.
“The Nigeria Army is ready to fully support the civil authority in whatever capacity to maintain law and order and deal with any situation decisively.”
The military authorities directed officers and men “never to be distracted by anti-democratic forces and agents of disunity.”
October 15, 2020
#EndSARS: “Some people made billions from #EndSARS negotiations” – Sowore reveals
Nigerian activist, Omoyele Sowore has taken to social media to allege that some persons have made huge amount of money from negotiations on how to put an end to #EndSARS protest.
According to the pro-democracy campaigner, he refuses to be a part of #EndSARS negotiations, as some persons have turned the protest to a game and an avenue to enrich their pockets.
He further revealed that some people has made as much as billions from #EndSARS negotiations.
He tweeted,
“I will not be part of any negotiations regarding #ENDSARS, many have entered into these negotiations and come out of the other side becoming billionaires, to them it is a game! The only negotiation I will ever engage in is that of the surrender of our oppressors! #RevolutionNow.”
October 15, 2020
#EndSARS: We may never have another opportunity in a lifetime — Timi Dakolo
Timi Dakolo has advised #EndSARS protesters to ensure that this opportunity is not wasted.
The singer who noted that this opportunity may never come again in a lifetime, called for mobilization of thinkers and a structure to pull things through. Dakolo also asked everyone to be focus and never take their eye off the goal.
He tweeted;
This opportunity that has been presented to Us must not be wasted,i repeat,It must not be wasted. We may never have another in this lifetime . A golden opportunity to level the playground for every Nigerian.We need thinkers and structure to pull this thing through.
Keep your eyes on the goal,please don’t loose focus. We are this together. It is Our Nigeria.
October 15, 2020
#EndSARS: Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey, joins #EndSARS Protest
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey has tweeted his support for the #EndSARS protests and even encouraged his followers to donate to help the movement.
Jack took to his Twitter account to write “#EndSARS” with an emoji of the Nigerian flag.
He also shared articles about the protest calling on the Nigerian government to end SARS and end police brutality in the country.
October 14, 2020