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“They started with infiltrating a peaceful protest with things but that did not work. Then they moved to bring the military in. So, the same government that says that it has banned SARS for close to four years are saying that it wants to have a dialogue. “The President has not even addressed the incident that happened at the toll gate, so I do not take his words to heart. They must show accountability. “With no due respect, I actually challenge the governor of Lagos State to just say the truth. They know the truth and they have conflicting stories with each other. Nigerians have died and this is not a time to play games. “Families are looking for their loved ones. To be honest with you in regards to me, I do not know how to feel because on one hand, I am grateful that I am alive today but on the other hand I don’t know if to say I am lucky because it seems that the others were not lucky. “The governor owes a responsibility to the citizens of Lagos State to say the truth. “What I experienced that day was the worst experience of my life. The Nigerian Army that is supposed to protect us came with no warning; none.

Former Director Public Relations of the Nigerian Army, Retired Brigadier General Sani Usman has said that blank ammunition was used during the shooting of peaceful protesters at the Lekki tollgates on October 20.

The Amnesty International has disputed Nigerian army’s claim that it did not shoot peaceful Lagos protesters. The Lekki shooting of October 20th 2020 is being evaluated and more facts are emerging.

"My heart goes out to the families of young Nigerians who have lost their lives in the past days as a result of #EndSARS protests. May God grant them the fortitude they need at this difficult time. It has been a difficult time to me as well. Nation-building is a collective

A Nigeria midfielder, John Ogu has called on his fellow footballers to boycott their upcoming AFCON games. This is to show solidarity to ongoing protest against police brutality and continuing violence in the commercial capital, Lago

Emboldened by its new powers, SARS moved on from its main function of carrying out covert operations. They began to set up roadblocks, extorting money from citizens. Officers remained in plain clothes but started to carry arms in public.

This may be the toughest night of our lives as forces beyond our direct control have moved to make notes in our history. But we will face it. As a father and Governor, I watched in anguish the unacceptable event that occurred last night at the Lekki tollgate". "The decision to impose curfew was borne out of concern for innocent protesters and the entire citizenry of our dear state. It will be foolhardy for a leader to try to protect his citizens and still turn around to put their lives at risk. However, this is not the time to trade blames. We will take it in our stride and move. I paid a visit to all the victims of the unfortunate shooting incident at the various hospitals where they are being urgently attended to. There are currently 10 patients at the General Hospital in Lagos Island, 11 at Reddington hospital and 4 at Vedic hospital with mild to moderate levels of injuries, while 2 are receiving intensive medical care. And 3 patients have been discharged.  I implored the attending doctors to give them the best care, while we cover all their medical bills. We are working with the Federal Govt to harmonize and stabilize all security operations while prioritizing the lives of the residents we swore to protect and serve.

Amnesty International also said in a statement on Tuesday it had received “credible but disturbing evidence of excessive use of force occasioning deaths of protesters at Lekki toll gate in Lagos”. Amnesty international added that it was investigating “the killings”.