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#EndSARS: Sanwo-Olu appeals to Lagosians to take a break from #EndSARS protests
Lagos state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has appealed to residents of the state to stop the #EndSARS protests.
The protest which has gone peaceful since they started last week, turned violent in Surulere today October 12. A driver and a police inspector were killed in the clash between the protesters and the police.
In a post shared on his Twitter handle, the governor said he is making the appeal as a father,
”I want to appeal to the protesters to take a break from protesting tomorrow. Tempers are at a highest on all sides at this time and while we work to prevent escalation, the safety of our residents is paramount. I speak not just as a governor, but as a father, brother and son.” the governor tweeted
The governor added that he will be meeting with President Buhari in Abuja tomorrow October 13 over the EndSARS agitation.
The governor also mentioned that he will be meeting with the state Commissioner of Police, Hakeem Odumosu, for the release of the protesters that were arrested today.
”I am meeting with the Lagos CP. Protesters will be released and broader issues will be addressed in my meeting with the President tomorrow. Let us take a break from protests tomorrow and give us a chance to take tangible next steps.
The protesters will be released tonight. Their rights will not be violated. That, I assure you.’
October 13, 2020
#EndSARS: Nigerians send Petition to Int’l Criminal Court to arrest IGP for crimes against humanity
A petition for International Criminal Court to arrest the IG of police for crimes against humanity.
Amadi Chima who started this petition has attracted over 88,443 persons who have signed this petition.
The petition reads:
”The Nigerian Police under the leadership of the IG of Police , Mohammed Adamu, has unleashed war against defenseless and innocent Nigerian youths whose only crimes was demanding an end to extortions, harassments, illegal arrests, detentions, and wanton killings by the rogue police unit,SARS.
”In the last three days following popular peaceful protests across Nigeria, no less than 10 peaceful protesters have been reportedly shot dead, including Jimoh Isiaq, and countless others arrested and detained by the members of the criminal unit in the police while the extortion still continue unabated.
”It is within this premise that this petition seeks the support of everyone to compel the International Criminal Court at The Hague to order the arrest and prosecution of the IG of Police, Mohammed Adamu, for crimes against humanity, as the Head of the Nigerian Police that has carried out these heinous crimes against Youths in Nigeria.”
October 12, 2020
#EndSARS: Makinde condemns killing of protesters in Ogbomoso
Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has condemned the killings that occurred in Ogbomoso during last weekend’s EndSARS protest embarked upon by some youths in the state.
In a statewide broadcast on Monday in Ibadan, Makinde expressed sadness over the unwarranted killing of innocent citizens of the state.
“My dear good people of Oyo State, the past few days have been ones of grief for the people of Oyo State.
“I cannot imagine the pain and frustration of the parents and families of those who have died or are hospitalised as a result of the actions of the Nigeria Police Force during these EndSARS protests.
“As I stated clearly in my earlier statement, peaceful protests are a legitimate way for citizens to make their grievances known to the government and it is totally unacceptable for anyone to be hurt during such protests.
“Last night, I held an emergency meeting with the heads of the main security agencies in Oyo State. I have again restated my position on the ongoing protests to them,” Makinde said.
The governor said that “we have agreed that the police should take a back seat as other security agencies take the frontlines in securing the lives of protesters, at this time.”
“Therefore, we have deployed members of Operation Burst to the hot spots, especially Ogbomoso, to ensure that as people protest, they will not be harassed or brutalised.
“I want to reassure the good people of Oyo State that I am doing everything within my power to ensure that no further lives are lost
“I urge all residents of Oyo State to go about their activities without fear,” the governor stated.
Makinde further urged the protesters “to please continue to protest peacefully.
“These are trying times for all of us and I pray that God continues to guide us and give us wisdom to navigate through them,” Makinde said.
October 12, 2020
#EndSARS: One feared dead as #EndSARS protest turns violent in Surulere
Protest against police brutality, extortion and extra-judicial killings turned violent in the Surulere area of Lagos State on Monday.
Reports had it that police officers shot indiscriminately to disperse the protesters.
In the process, two of the protesters were reportedly hit by gunshots.
One of those hit by the gunshot has been reported dead.
The protesters had since shared pictures and videos of the victims on social media.
However, efforts to reach the Lagos Police Command Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, proved abortive.
He also did not respond to a text message forwarded to him by our correspondent.
October 12, 2020
BREAKING: SARS dissolution is first step in police reform, Buhari addresses #EndSARS Protesters
President Muhammadu Buhari has said that the dissolution of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad is the first step in reforming the Nigeria Police Force.
He said this in a video uploaded on his Twitter handle on Monday.
He said, “I will like to use this opportunity to say a word on the recent genuine concerns and agitations by Nigerians about the excessive use of force and in some cases extra-judicial killings and wrongful conduct of the men of the Nigerian Police Force.
“The disbanding of SARS is only the first step in our commitment to extensive police reforms in order to ensure that the primary duty of the police and other law enforcement agencies remains the protection of lives and livelihood of our people.”
Details later
October 12, 2020
#EndSAR: Nigerians reacts to Some Northern Youths protest against #EndSAR
Nigerian youths have staged a rally in some northern states to declare support for the Special ANti-Robbery Squad (SARS) amid calls by Nigerian youths to end SARS.
It was earlier revealed that northern youths were planning to stage a pro-SARS rally today.
As revealed, the rally held this morning, October 12, in Sokoto, Kebbi, Katsina and Zamfara States.
The youths were pictured holding placards declaring their support for SARS.
“Don’t scrap ‘SARS’ reform it,” one placard reads.
“Police are always there to keep our society safe,” another reads.
“Say no to #EndSARS & Yes to #ReformSARS,” reads another.
Nigerians have accused the northern youths participating in the rally of being paid. Someone pointed out that the participants can’t read and that some of them had their placards turned upside down.
Below are some Twitter reactions.
October 12, 2020
Zahra Buhari gives reason for supporting #EndSars protest
The president of Nigeria, Buhari’s daughter, Zahra has disclosed the reason why she gave her full support to the #EndSars movement.
According to Zahra, she has heard and read horrifying encounters with SARS, there’s no excuse for such brutality .
Taking to her Insta story on Instagram to make this revelation, the 25 year old mentioned that she has made her own efforts to make sure that the Federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad of the Nigeria Police Force is banned from the country.
Read also: The fight is not over – Tiwa Savage, Naira Marley urge Nigerians to fight for their rights
Recall that Zahra, and Vice President Osinbajo’s daughter, Kiki joined the ongoing #EndSARS protest against police brutality in the country after they shared a image on her insta-story that says “#EndPoliceBrutality.
October 12, 2020
The fight is not over – Tiwa Savage, Naira Marley urge Nigerians to fight for their rights
Sensational singer, Tiwa Savage and Naira Marley took to their social media pages to remind Nigerians that the fight for a promising future and a better Nigeria has just started.
According to Tiwa Savage, although the#EndSars request has been approved by the government, there are still alot of things to put in place. The mother of one in her post on Instagram stated emphatically that she would never allow her son grow up in Nigeria because of how messed up the country is.
On twitter, the 40 year old wrote;
“We just celebrated our 60th Independence Day but tell me one thing that is working for us to celebrate. IT IS NOT OVER MY BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE, IT HAS JUST BEGUN”.
Read also: Wizkid, Burnaboy, others react to #SARS disbandment
The president to the Marlian association, Naira Marley also wrote on twitter;
“So what’s next? What do we do about water, light, road, healthcare,jobs and poverty ? togetherwecan”
This comes few minutes after the Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, announced the disbandment of the Federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad of the Nigeria Police Force following the protest against the brutality and extra-judicial killings by these people.
October 12, 2020
#EndSARS: Chelsea footballers join the #EndSARS campaign against police brutality in Nigeria
The #EndSARS campaign has continued to gain more attention around the World.

Chelsea and England stars of Nigerian descent, Tammy Abraham and Fikayo Tomori together with their teammate, Antonio Rüdiger who plays for the German International team have also added their voices to the ongoing protest in Nigeria over police brutality.

The trio took to their respective Twitter accounts to call for an end of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) and police brutality.
October 11, 2020
#EndSARS: UK govt reacts to protests in Nigeria, Calls For Accountability In Police
The United Kingdom has reacted to the ongoing #ENDSARS protest across states in Nigeria.
The UK urged the Nigerian Government to create accountability within the police.
The protest, which has entered the third day, has drawn both local and international attention to the extrajudicial activities by the Special Anti-Robbery Squad of the Nigeria Police.
The aggrieved youth are demanding the immediate disbandment of the dreadful unit that has become notorious for unlawful activities including indiscriminate arrests, extortion and killings of youths incessantly.
Reacting to the protest, British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Catriona Laing, acknowledged the desire of the people calling for the scrapping of SARS.
She urged President Muhammadu Buhari to build more accountability in the police.
“Significant protests over #SARS demonstrating Nigerian people’s desire for police reform. Peaceful protests are powerful.
“The Police Act recently passed by @MBuhari provides a good foundation to build a more accountable community police force,” Laing wrote.
The police, however, have begun to clampdown on the protesters.
Demonstrators were violently dispersed in Abuja, Osun and Delta states.
October 10, 2020