#Revolutionnow convener, Omoyele Sowore has advised protesters on the course of action to take during the curfew declared in some states.
Sowore encouraged the protesters to go ahead with the protests at the various locations, despite the imposed curfew.
Recall that Edo and Lagos state has issued 24-hour curfew due to the growing tension caused by the protest.
Reacting to the curfew, Sowore said protest is an essential service to the nation, hence protesters should resume at their duty post and continue protesting.
He wrote,
“#Endsars Please if any state or city declares a curfew, as #Lagos just did, just go to a designated protest ground with enough supplies. Let the “curfew” meet you at a place of righteousness. Stay their protesting until the curfew is lifted. Thank you! #Revolutionnow”
#Endsars All Lagos based #Endsars protesters must note that protest against oppression, tyranny, bad governance is essential service. All men and women of good conscience protesting should resume at their duty posts and continue their services to the nation!#RevolutionNowpic.twitter.com/zZqGqM1YEf
Aggrieved youths in Ondo state, protesting for a total reform of the Nigerian police force, purportedly rejected the sum of N2m offered to them by a senator to enable him pass a roadblock.
It was gathered that the senator driving his Range Rover, arrived one of the protest venue in Ondo state and asked that protesters allow him pass.
When they blatantly refused, he offered N2 million naira so that his request will be granted, however, the youths still turned him down despite the huge sum of money.
According to reports, the senator had to trek to a nearby hotel to take solace, as protesters detained his car and used it to form another blockade.
Suspected hoodlums in Ajegunle have set ablaze Layeni Police Station at Ifelodun Local Council Development Area of Lagos state.
This is coming moments after thugs burnt down Orile police station in the state, which resulted in the government suspending all forms of protest in Lagos, and announced a 24-hour curfew.
The incident is reported to have occurred around 11am Tuesday, October 20.
An eyewitness simply identified as Ladipo said at least eight people were injured in the attack.
He stated that the hoodlums heard that policemen were killing their people in Iganmu, which fueled their agitation to burn down the police station.
“There is tension everywhere. We have rushed eight people to the hospital. They were critically injured” he added.
The Chief Press Secretary of Ajeromi Ifelodun LCDA, Sheriff Fakunle has confirmed the tragic incident.
Fakunle said,
“Yes, it is on fire. Layeni Police Station has been torched. The incident happened around 11 am. At Ajeromi police station, the hoodlums were repelled.”
One time president of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo has advised president Buhari on how to handle the ongoing #EndSARS demonstrations in the country.
According to Obasanjo, Buhari should address the demands of the aggrieved youths, and show that his administration understands their plight.
Obasanjo, who spoke in Ile Ife, during a visit to Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi palace, noted that, the youths are frustrated due to lack of opportunities.
In his words,
More than 65 percent of our population are between the ages of 18 and 30. They are not only struggling to acquire education, they are also aspiring for the best that life can offer them.
Some of them didn’t even get educated while those who are educated are getting frustrated because of lack of opportunities. We must realize that the lid on the boiling steam would have to be removed.
But, I believe that there are windows of opportunity which the government can explore to show that it cares about the people’s welfare, especially the youths, as the father of the country and particularly, as the father of the youth.
Fortunately, the president has children and he knows how youths behave. I believe that the opportunities can still be taken to let the youths know that he, as a father, understands their plight and his government understands their plight and he is ready to make life better for them.
The Nigerian Senate has called on President Buhari to urgently address the nation so as to douse the tension in the country.
This comes as hoodlums continue to carry out various attacks on #EndSARS protesters and others in some parts of the country.
The Senators made the call for President Buhari to speak to the Nation after a motion was moved by Senator Biodun Olujimi and co-sponsored by all Senators on the ongoing nationwide protests believed to have been hijacked by hoodlums.
Part of the resolution of the Senators after deliberation include;
Urge all tiers of government to put in place and sustain policies of social economic reforms that raise the standard of lives of our people;
Call upon the Police to operate strictly in accordance with the rules of engagement appropriate in a democratic environment;
Urge the Inspector General of Police to ensure a holistic comprehensive reforms of the police to increase the overall welfare including training and medical insurance of all members of the Nigeria Police Force
Appeal to all Nigerians to resort to use of legal institutions to resolve disputes and conflicts;
Urge the Nigerian youths and the Nigerian citizens to approach the National Assembly Committees Constitution and Reforms in order to secure far-reaching holistic amendments that are vital to the restructuring of our federation
Urge the Federal Government to faithfully and comprehensively implement all the five demands of the #EndSARS movement and protesters with necessary timelines to rekindle confidence in government
Appeal to #EndSARS movement and protesters to kindly in the interest of everyone stop their actions and embrace genuine dialogue; 7. Urge Mr. President to address the nation as soon as possible on these issues.
Police should make it a duty to accompany protesters and should be involved in protecting genuine protesters.
Former artiste manager and ex-wife of singer, 9ice, Toni Payne has revealed that she cannot marry a man that doesn’t vote or care for social justice.
According to the poet, men who do not vote or in anyway care for social justice, are not her spec when it comes to choosing a life partner.
In her words,
“I can’t marry a man that doesn’t vote or care much for social justice.”
A quick tour on Toni’s Twitter page depicts her as someone who’s interested in political discussions, and one who cares about social justice, therefore, it’s only right that she wants to marry her match.
In other news, Toni taking to social media has stated that being a woman in Nigeria can be difficult, as she describes Nigeria as a ‘female unfriendly environment’.
She tweeted,
Being a woman in Naija must be a super sport. Navigating through life with myopic minds surrounding you. I can’t imagine having to endure such a toxic – female unfriendly environment with no way out. I am fully aware of my privilege and I don’t take it for granted. Grateful!
Public and Private schools in Ondo state have been ordered to shut down till further notice by the government, due to the tension generated by the #ENDSARS protests.
The state governor, Rotimi Akeredolu stated that the closure will be effective from Wednesday, October 21. According to him, the move is because of the nationwide protest and the need to ensure safety of students and staffs.
Aketi also appealed to his state’s residents to comply with the directive.
The statement read,
“I have directed that all schools that resumed on Monday 19th October 2020 are closed for the meantime from tomorrow 21st October 2020 because of the engulfing nationwide protest and the need to ensure safety of our students and staff.
Parents and the public are to note this directive and all schools are to comply. Any inconvenience is regretted, while the State Government would ensure resumption of our schools as soon as possible.”
Nigerian singer, Peruzzi has taken a swipe at former Nigerian presidential aspirant, Adamu Garba after the latter threatened a lawsuit on Twitter CEO, Jack Dorsey.
Adamu had taken to his Twitter page to write an open letter to Twitter CEO, Jack, telling him that he’ll be suing him for meddling in affairs of the country and should expected a court summon soon.
Reacting to this, Nigerian singer, Peruzzi asked Adamu not to disgrace himself as his motive is not “fresh” at all. He then asked him to think deeply about it and maybe ask another person to think for him if his brain is weak.
Peruzzi wrote,
No dey disgrace yourself like this. This P no fresh at all. You sef reason am or tell person to help you reason am if your brain don tire.
Here’s what Adamu wrote to Jack Dorsey,
Dear @jack
Sequel to my earlier message to you on meddling in Nigerian affairs where you actively supported, encouraged funding & sponsorship of #EndSars protest, should it lead to breaking of law & order, we’ll meet in court
I’d like to inform you to get set & face me in court
As you maybe aware, Nigeria is currently going through several issues regarding breaking of law and order in many cities, from prison break, to burning of a mall, destructions of properties and even lives.
These actions should never be left without its attendant consequences.
You must be prepared to pay for the damages caused as a result of these protest-turned riots
It’s important for you to know that Nigeria is a country governed by law & order, you should be prepared to face our justice system to ascertain our level of democracy you wish to injure
Your meddling into a sovereign Nation, against the international principle of Right to Protect vested on democratically elected government, your gross abuse of previledge by using your platform to inflame an otherwise tensed country, putting our people at risk should be answered.
You must be prepared to:
1. Pay fine and compensate for the damage you have caused this country.
2. Open a local office in Nigeria, employ local labor, pay local tax to continue to operate in Nigerian internet space.
3. Publish a written apology to Nigerian people & Government.
Furthermore, since the Berlin conference, where African future was “shared” among the European Powers, African was absent & silent. We will no longer be silent in the 21st Century any longer.
You shall have to understand that Africa is a continent of law & traditions & customs.
You cannot colonize us by using our resources in the 19th Century, Colonize our industries in the 20th Century and now colonize us using information war on your scheming for a divide and rule by chaos, uprising and disorder.
Nigeria and Nigerians cannot allow that to happen.
From Kano to Kalabari, Oyo to Kororofa, Arochukwu to Zaria, Benin to Bornu, Sokoto to Ife to Borgu, Nigeria is a nation with Kingdoms, Empires & peopled with History and values, If you cannot mutually treat us as a fellow humans of one community, we shall not let you destroy us.
As a Nigerian Citizen, a committed patriot and a stakeholder in the Nigerian Project, you shall meet me in court to answer for your meddling in the affairs of a sovereign Nation without
@UN
council resolution.
As a private citizen, you have to and should face the consequences.
Due to the attacks on innocent Nigerians and police officers, the Lagos State Police Command has placed a ban on all gatherings and protest across the state henceforth.
The state police announced this in a media release issued on Tuesday by the State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Olumuyiwa Adejobi.
The statement read: “The Lagos State Police Command wishes to inform the general public that henceforth no protest or gathering or possession, under whatever guise, is permitted within Lagos State.”
“In the light of the above, all security agencies have deployed adequate personnel to take charge and enforce the curfew across the state.”
This comes after an imposition of a 24 hours curfew in the state.
Hoodlums have again hijacked what was supposed to be a peaceful protest in Lagos, and burnt down Orile police station in the state.
The incident which occurred today, October 20th, has resulted in the state government suspending all forms of protest in Lagos, as announced a 24 hour curfew.
Confirming the incident, the Lagos State police spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi stated that many of its officers were injured in the attack while an unconfirmed report claims one of them is dead.
In his words,
Due to the new development of violent attacks on police officers and men and formations including innocent Nigerians in Lagos State, and the 24 hour curfew imposed by the Lagos State Government with effect from 4pm of today 20th October, 2020, the Lagos State Police Command wishes to inform the general public that henceforth no protest or gathering or possession, under whatever guise, is permitted within Lagos State.
In the light of the above, all security agencies have deployed adequate personnel to take charge and enforce the curfew across the state.
In the same vein, the command regrets to confirm the setting ablaze of Orile Police State today at about 10am, where some of our policemen were critically injured and unconfirmed reports state that one of them is dead.
Its crystal clear that the Endsars protest has been hijacked by hoodlums who want to run down the state and the police command will resist such state of anarchy, unrest and brouhaha with all powers within the ambit of the law.
While the command is resolute in sustenance of human rights and democratic tenets, the general public is hereby warned to comply with the curfew and desist from any act of violence in the state as the command will resist such in totality.
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Kenyan singer, Victoria Kimani has revealed that she has never felt safe or protected by an African man.
The 35-year-old artiste took to Twitter to share her bias about the patriarchy mentality of black men. According to her, they hate it when their women have a voice or opinion, contrary to theirs.
She opined that African men reduce the self worth of their women to a level that serves them only.
Victoria, who in the series of tweets was advocating against sexism and gender based violence, stated that women are not punching bags, sex toys, ego boosters or servants.
Her tweets reads,
“I can’t lie … have I ever felt safe or protected by African men? Nope
African men reduce their women … constantly. Break them down to a size that serves them only.
Damned if I do & damned if I don’t
It’s in your Dna …. you can’t help it.
African women are Not your punching bag…not your sex toy, not your ego boosters, not your servant and certainly, not your enemy.
Common sense is NOT common!
I’m far from an empty vessel … I have an opinion & I have a voice.
They don’t even want you to own your own thoughts …. much less own your voice.”
Nigerian singer, Falz has called out the Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Adamu over the current situation of the country.
The award winning actor said that, in any sane society, the IGP would have resigned following the numerous cases of human rights violations perpetrated under his leadership.
In an appearance he made on Arise News, Falz noted that for people to leave the streets, justice has to be served in a transparent manner.
He then queried why the 5 points agenda of the youths is taking time to implement, stressing that the IGP should have resigned if the nation is a sane one.
“It is unfair to the lives that have been lost that you are coming here and telling us to get off the streets, it is extremely unfair. In fact, it is terrible for any human being to, without justice being done, tell people to get off the streets. I completely disagree with that. If you want people off the streets, make sure that justice is done and in a way that is transparent. Which one of those points really need time?”, he began.
“If we are being honest with ourselves, which one of all the points on the 5 for 5 agenda really needs time? You really need time to release all arrested peaceful protesters? Or you really need time to ensure that justice is done and appropriate compensation? What real actions have you taken to show that you are serious about doing this. Look at how long they dragged their feet for, even before they created the state panels. For example, nobody has been sacked. In any sane society, the Inspector General of Police would have already resigned by himself”, Falz added.
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Nollywood actress, Treasure Daniels has taken to social media to announce her engagement to her boyfriend, John Richardson.
Treasure who took to her Instagram page to flaunt her engagement ring, wrote, “I’m taken!!!!!!!!”
In another post, the excited actress shared her photo of herself with her lover, stating that the engagement was a first step into forever.
In her words,
“My Forever just began with #Johnrichardson thank you Lord”.
The Youtuber who hasn’t gotten over the moment of joy, showered praises on her fiancee, disclosing that he orchestrated her happiest moment.
She wrote,
“He gave me a love that cause my heart to overflow”.
“Amongst the chaos and tears in the world today; you gave me my happiest day. Thank you My hero, my husband man, my Bishop my eternity I love you forever Micheal Richardson. Let this party begin!!!”
Veteran Nollywood actress, Joke Silva has recounted how she discovered she was adopted by her parents.
Sharing the story, the 59-year-old TV sensation stated that she stumbled on her adoption paper, while she was looking for her international passport in her mothers box.
According to Ajoke, the search for her International passport in her mothers absence, helped her to discover the biggest secret of her life.
She stated that despite realizing that she was adopted, she never discussed it with her parents, as she doesn’t want to hurt them, since it was a secrete they kept away from her.
In her words,
I got to know years later when I wanted to travel and was looking for my passport where my mum kept it. Since she was not around, I opened the box in her absence and I saw my adoption papers. I never discussed it with my mum because I felt it was something that would hurt her, that was why, it was kept secret from me.
The media personality shared Ankara-themed photos on her verified Instagram account with her fans and followers as she adds a new age.
The reality TV star’s main request on her special day is for all her wishes and heart desire to come to pass.
She captioned the photos,
“+1 ??
May all your wishes come true??
#tolanibaj #tbaj”
Her fellow housemates and well wishers have taken to the comment section and individual social media account to celebrate with her.
The reality star was born in the United States on October 20, 1992.
Tolanibaj after living and studying abroad for more than a decade, made the decision to return to her home country.
The 28-year-old is a YouTube vlogger and has worked with several entertainment companies and brands including Universal Music Group, Aristokrat Records, Tooexclusive, Pulse TV, etc.
She came to limelight after her appearance on the reality TV show, Big Brother Naija.
Bibian Anekwe, an Enugu lawmaker, is said to have sponsored a billboard to accuse musicians, Phyno and Flavour of using the End SARS protest to blackmail the government.
According to Anekwe whose name was stated as the sponsor for the billboard, the artistes are using the protest to extort the government.
The billboard which has the face of the artistes on it, also has a written inscription.
It reads,
“#EndSARS protest to blackmail Enugu State Government. Go to your state. Our Governor is working.”
In response, sharing a photo of the billboard on Twitter, Patoranking wrote,
“This is so shameful and I would advise, you use the same energy to End police brutality in Enugu state…Enugu people deserve better…Nigerians deserve better #endsars #Endpolicebrutality.”
However, the lawmaker is presently receiving backlash on social media, has many Nigerians faulted her action.
A Twitter user @Zoroswagbag wrote,
Bibian Anekwe you are a very big fool ! what nonsense is this ? See there is nothing honorable about you absolutely nothing ! shameless O Yes member ! See the daft ass licking people wey Dey do politics for us naa ! how this country wan take good ?
Popular Nigerian singer, Peruzzi Twitted, “Big shame on bibian anekwe!!! Big shame!!!! #EndSars #ENDBADGOVERNANCE”.
@Drmuzoic wrote,
“
Whose mother/aunt/friend thought it wise to put up this nonsense? Is there no end to sycophancy? Anyway, they said ‘ala adighi mma bu uru ndi nze’. Let her enjoy the dividend of corruption for now. It will surely get to her. Tueh! #EndSARS.
A video which was shared online shows the moment the Oba of Epe was allegedly turned back by #EndSARS protesters who were protesting in the city.
The protesters are seen in the video telling the Lagos Monarch to go back and also refusing to give way for him in the now viral video. The alleged Oba’s convoy was also spotted turning back after some time.
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In related news, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has urged #EndSARS protesters to suspend the protest before it is fully hijacked by people with ulterior motives.
The Monarch, on Monday, while hosting the former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo commended the Nigerian youths on the coordinated effort they’ve invested into the protest.
According the him, the youths have communicated their message clearly to the leaders, however it is time to retreat so as to prevent the peaceful movement from being hijacked.
He also appealed to the youths to stop the protest before the government uses force to remove them from the street.
The royal father said,
“If you look at the #EndSARS protest, you will see that our youths have what it takes to rule the country.
“Since day one, they have shown leadership, accountability and huge sense of responsibility which have sent a clear message to the government.
“Every day at 11:50 pm, they displayed their financial update, and to me, I’m highly amazed with their sense of accountability.
“As a youth leader myself, I am proud that we all have communicated our ideas and it is heartwarming that we have been heard.
“Dear youths, it is time to retreat so as to prevent those with ulterior motives from hijacking the peaceful message of peace.
“The whole world is aware of our peaceful conduct and we must not let some bad elements tarnish this enviable integrity.
“Once again, I wish to urge our youths to stop the protest, for now, and give peace a chance. This will prevent government from using force,”
The #EndSars protest in Jos have been turned to a bloodbath as hoodlums hijacked the protest at Ahmadu Bello Way and Terminus Market.
The thugs, who are allegedly sponsored by government officials attacked the peaceful protestors and set cars ablaze. The hausa-speaking thugs destroyed properties, threw stones at the people going about their daily activities and burnt many cars.
Two people have reportedly been killed and many others injured in the attack.
A Nigerian lady identified as Dabere Chi has taken to Facebook to lament over her inability to stay in a relationship.
According to Dabere Chi, all her efforts to stay with a man in a relationship, always proves futile, as the relationship goes sour in a short time.
Dabere Chi however, blamed the condition on herself, saying she has a very bad temper, and she doesn’t know how to go about it, adding that she’s done with relationships.
Well meaning Nigerians on Facebook have offered suggestions for her to overcome the situation, and last longer in relationships.
Nigerian investigative journalist, Kemi Olunloyo has alleged that the Edo prison break was perpetrated by the warders, to show their support for the #EndSARS protest.
According to the journalist, there was no illegal breakout, neither was it a move by the #EndSARS protesters as claimed.
Kemi Olunloyo stated that the jail break was perpetrated by the prison officers, to kick against corruption in the Prison system.
In her words,
Dear @CorrectionsNg, aka Nigerian prisons. A TOP official just notified me as an Invstg Journalist that your WARDERS FREED inmates at the “White House” Benin themselves? They support protesters & tired of the in-house corruption.
Dear @CorrectionsNg aka Nigerian prisons. A TOP official just notified me as an Invstg Journalist that your WARDERS FREED inmates at the "White House" Benin themselves? They support protesters & tired of the in-house corruption#EndSARS#EndBadGovernance#60yearsoffailure??
— #ReformPoliceNG?️?? Dr Kemi Olunloyo (@KemiOlunloyo) October 19, 2020
Recall that, the #EndSARS protest in Benin City, Edo State took a different turn on Monday as thugs hijacked what would have been a peaceful protest and seized the opportunity to free prisoners.
According to reports, suspected thugs hijacked the peaceful end SARS protest, stormed the prison facility, and overpowered the prison officials before setting the prisoners free.
Some videos show the prisoners escaping through the fence, other vides show the prisoners running on the street and another video shows some prisoners changing outfits.
The music star has also taken to Twitter to celebrate his son, David Ifeanyi Adeleke Jr. He showered prayers and encomium on his son as he marks his first year on earth.
He wrote,
Happy birthday to my beloved son DAVID IFEANYI ADEDEJI ADELEKE Jr !!! Today a king was born!! Prince!! May you become more than me in Jesus name! LOVE YOU SON Red heart
Happy birthday to my beloved son DAVID IFEANYI ADEDEJI ADELEKE Jr !!! Today a king was born!! ?!! May you become more than me in Jesus name! LOVE YOU SON
Lagos state government has imposed a 24-hour curfew as the ongoing #EndSARS protest got hijacked by some hoodlums.
Nigerians are protesting in numbers against police brutality and abuse of their human rights by the law enforcement agency.
Hoodlums seems to have hijacked the protest across the country, as police in Orile has been set ablaze.
The incident happened today, October 20, as thugs have been seen across the protest in the country.
However, there’s no reports yet of any casualties, as EndSARS protesters accuse the government of sponsoring the protest hijack.
The Lagos state government on Tuesday, announced a 24-hour curfew until further notice following the #EndSARS protests which have turned violent, THE WITNESS reports.
The curfew takes effect from 4pm today, Tuesday 20, October, 2020.
The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) said that the Nigerian economy has lost over N700 billion to the #EndSARS protests over the last 12 days.
President, LCCI, Toki Mabogunje, said this while reviewing the economic implications of the protest in a statement made available to the media.
She noted that LCCI appreciates the value of citizens’ engagement and the demand for accountability which the protest represents, but lamented the negative impact on the economy.
Mabogunje stated:
“These are in consonance with democratic norms. They also form vital ingredients for good governance.
“LCCI is however concerned about the negative impact that the protracted nature of the EndSars protests has on business activities across the country.
“Over the past twelve days, economic activities have been crippled in most parts of the country and has been particularly profound in the urban areas. “The Nigerian economy has suffered an estimated seven hundred billion naira (N700 billion) loss in the past twelve days.”
She asserted that the protest has been impactful and profound, adding that it has achieved some significant outcomes by reawakening the need to reform the shortcomings in the nation’s political governance.
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has urged #EndSARS protesters to suspend the protest before it is fully hijacked by people with ulterior motives.
The Monarch, on Monday, while hosting the former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo commended the Nigerian youths on the coordinated effort they’ve invested into the protest.
According the him, the youths have communicated their message clearly to the leaders, however it is time to retreat so as to prevent the peaceful movement from being hijacked.
He also appealed to the youths to stop the protest before the government uses force to remove them from the street.
The royal father said,
“If you look at the #EndSARS protest, you will see that our youths have what it takes to rule the country.
“Since day one, they have shown leadership, accountability and huge sense of responsibility which have sent a clear message to the government.
“Every day at 11:50 pm, they displayed their financial update, and to me, I’m highly amazed with their sense of accountability.
“As a youth leader myself, I am proud that we all have communicated our ideas and it is heartwarming that we have been heard.
“Dear youths, it is time to retreat so as to prevent those with ulterior motives from hijacking the peaceful message of peace.
“The whole world is aware of our peaceful conduct and we must not let some bad elements tarnish this enviable integrity.
“Once again, I wish to urge our youths to stop the protest, for now, and give peace a chance. This will prevent government from using force,”
Two fuel tankers exploded and caught fire in Lapai Local Government Area of Niger State, leaving at least 6 people dead.
The fire accident occurred around 3am on Tuesday, October 20.
According to reports, the tankers transporting Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) collided before they burst into flames, killing about 6 people.
The Niger State Fire Service, Federal Road Safety Corps and community members responded swiftly in a combined effort to quench the fire.
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In a related news, a gas explosion recently rocked Best Roof Cooking Gas in Baruwa area of Alimosho Local Government of Lagos state in the early hours of today Thursday, 8th October, 2020.
According to reports, the incident occured around 6am and left residents of the community scampering to safety.
The explosion affected several houses, a primary school and other properties. It was gathered that four persons lost their lives while many others were severely injured.
The LASEMA Director-General, Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, confirmed the incident.
The governor of Ebonyi state, David Umahi has announced a ban on police road blocks across the state.
The governor while addressing protesters on Monday, noted that his administration would no longer tolerate extortion and brutality on the people by police officers in the state.
David also assured the protesters of their security and safety, in their fight for justice and change.
The state government also promised the protesters that a judicial panel of inquiry will be set up today, October 20th, 2020.
In his words,
We will only accept a situation where security personnel stay by the road side, stop and check any vehicle they suspect after which the person goes.
Resist any policeman who asks you for money and call me on phone because enough is enough.
I want to assure that as far as I remain the Governor of Ebonyi state, nobody is going to molest you. You are fighting for your rights, you are fighting for your children, and you are fighting for your future.
So, what you are doing is constitutional but you must be orderly to get something out of it. On the issue of activities of police at the Ekeaba police station, we are going to address it.
You demanded a judicial panel of inquiry, we will set it up tomorrow. The members will be from high court judge, you will deliver two people to be members of a judicial panel of inquiry.
There will be one youth representative, one student representative, there will also be a representative of the police and then representative of human right and then one person from the office of the Attorney-General”.
They will seat and investigate the spate of police brutality, human rights violation, and related extra-judicial killings. They will also recommend compensations.
There will be a trust fund set under me where the panel of inquiry is expected to collect complaints with the victims of police brutality, we will collect those complaints and then pay compensations.
There will also be a special committee and human rights committee comprising the Governor to check the excesses of police.
Security agencies shall be members, those on tactical units of the police shall be members, representative of the youths, and top representative of civil society organizations shall be members too. We are going to have immediately, human rights commission office for easy access to human rights complaints.
A Nigerian soldier has begged his colleagues to allow #EndSARS protesters continue their demonstration without harassing or attacking them.
The young soldier with the Twitter handle @DaFreshDeltaBoi, said the protesters are fighting for them, advised his colleagues not to shoot or hurt any of the young men or women protesting.
According to him, they need to obey their constitutional rights as the reform they are fighting for will favor Nigerian soldiers.
He tweeted;
“Please my honourable military colleagues, I want to beg us all not to have a hand in away beat, shoot or hurt any protester for any reason, because; Na them go fight for us ohh!! They are the ones the will loud our pains and cry to the Government!! #SideWithNigeria
“Remember that member of your family can could be among them ohh!! If you living inside a glass house, don’t throw stone. If there’s market at your backyard, don’t throw stone because the stone fit hit your relation wey go market ohh.
“Please, let’s remember that, we have 3laws guiding us as soldiers. If we can’t join them to protest as our job ethics prohibits, obey their constitutional rights as the right they are fighting for will favor us”.
Popular Nigerian singer, Simi has expressed how sad it is that Nigerians are so used to suffering that they think it’s normal.
Simi who has been an active voice in the ongoing #EndSARS campaign made this known today, October 20.
Taking to her official Twitter page, the mother of one said in the country, if one doesn’t have enough money to give someone so they get what they deserve, then they have a low chance of being progressive.
She highlighted some popular corrupt practices in various sectors while calling for an end to bad governance.
Simi tweeted,
“Nigerians are so used to suffering now that they think it’s normal. If you don’t have money to “give someone” to get what you actually deserve, there’s almost no chance for progress. Bribe is not even bribe, it’s just survival.
To get treatment in hospital, oga bring somtin You enter airport, madam bring somtin To get out of jail for a crime you didn’t commit, brother bring somtin To get admission you already earned when you passed the damn exam, sister bring somtin A disgrace! #EndBadGoveranceInNigeria”
To get treatment in hospital, oga bring somtin You enter airport, madam bring somtin To get out of jail for a crime you didn't commit, brother bring somtin To get admission you already earned when you passed the damn exam, sister bring somtin A disgrace! #EndBadGoveranceInNigeria
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