Nollywood actress, Beverly Osu has narrated her ordeal with officials of the disbanded Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS).
According to the 28-year-old model, she was beaten up and arrested by SARS for no reason. Further adding that she was taken from Ikate to Ojuelegba around 1am and had to be bailed out 2 hours later.
Beverly, who joined the protest at Lekki toll gate also appealed to her non-Nigerian fans and family to lend their voices to the movement against police brutality and extra-judicial killings.
Her post reads,
We want a total Reformation of the Nigerian police force …
I’ve been beaten and arrested by SARS, Taken from IKATE to OJUELEGBA around 1am ?
I literally had to be BAILED OUT of prison after being locked up for nothing . 2 hours later #shareyourstory
To My Non – Nigerian fans & family
?If you claim you love Nigerian Music,
You watch Nigerian Movies ,
You’re dating/married to a Nigerian, you do businesses with Nigerians
Join Us ✊?✊?
Type #ENDSARSNOW
We did this for #BLM , Do this for us…
The #EndSARS protest keeps gaining momentum by the day as Muslim devotees observe their Jumaat Solat at the protest ground in Lagos and Abuja.
Over the past week, the Nigerian youths have been agitating against the oppression, brutality and killings by the SARS unit of the Nigerian Police Force.
The protest, which has taken different turns as some protesters have lost their lives in the fight, was banned in Abuja yesterday over COVID-19 regulation violation.
In a statement released on Thursday, October 15th, the committee stated that despite the scrapping of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad by the Inspector-General of Police, the protests had continued, causing inconveniences to law-abiding citizens.
According to the committee, the #EndSARS protest endangers the lives of the demonstrators, as well as other residents of the capital territory, emphasizing that the protesters have failed to comply with COVID-19 guidelines.
The Abuja protestors however regrouped and went on the streets today with more energy to continue the fight.
Surprisingly, some Muslim faithfuls expressing their full support for the campaign collectively held their Jumaat prayers on the protest ground, with non-muslims holding placards behind them.
See photos and videos below,
So during the protest in Lekki toll gate, Protest was temporarily suspended for Our Muslim brothers to pray ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ And the Christian surrounded them to protect them ???❤️❤️❤️ I live this #EndSARS We Christian Love every Human Being. Our Demands are very Clear below; 1/2 pic.twitter.com/ZXWh3RE6Qi
— The Voice Of AFO | EndPoliceBrutality?? (@VoiceOfAFO) October 16, 2020
The youths from Rimin Gado local government in Kano, allegedly attacked a member of the house of representative in the state.
According to Sahara reporters, the alleged incident happened on Sunday, October 11th, when Jobe went to inaugurate a project at Gulu, in Kano state.
It was learnt that he was severely beaten by the youth, who accused him of making promises and not fulfilling them.
In other news, aggrieved protesters in the Federal Capital Territory, have staged a protest in front of the Ministry of Justice building in Abuja.
The protesters were at the ministry of justice to demand a complete reform of the Nigerian police force and end to the incessant killing of Nigerian youths.
However, the #EndSARS protesters on getting to the ministry kept chanting shame in unison.
Recall that, the Federal Capital Territory Security Committee, has prohibited any form of #EndSARS protest in Abuja, over violation of COVID-19 rules.
In a statement released on Thursday, October 15th, the committee stated that despite the scrapping of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad by the Inspector-General of Police, the protests had continued, causing inconveniences to law-abiding citizens.
According to the committee, the #EndSARS protest endangers the lives of the demonstrators, as well as other residents of the capital territory, emphasizing that the protesters have failed to comply with COVID-19 guidelines.
As calls for a better Nigeria through the use of peaceful protest continue to reverberate across the country, the true character of an average Nigerian us unraveling and it is a lovely thing to see.
A video making the rounds on social media captured the moment youths in Calabar celebrated a Police Officer who was tagged the best ‘Traffic Warden’ in the state.
Twitter user, @JC_Jokes, shared the video on his social media page with the caption ;
The best traffic warden in Calabar was appreciated by the protesters.. You can always see him doing his thing with a smile on his face along Mary Slessor Road.
They even donated some cash gifts to him. Nigerians are good people despite everything
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A Nigerian man, Samuel Adekojo shared photos of the suspension letter he got from his boss after joining #EndSARS protest.
Taking to his twitter handle, he posted the letter given to him by the Management of MBH Power Limited, where he works as an I.T Assistant.
It was stated in the letter that the management had set up several guidelines to prevent her staff from contracting COVID-19, which he might have contracted after joining the #EndSARS protest.
Hence, his suspension till further notice.
He wrote;
I tried not to put this up here. All I asked was that they send the staff a new letter stating when he will resume work or if they’d like him to self isolate…The idea of till further notice is not acceptable.
I already called the company and they seem not to reason with my view. For God sake, the young man went to #endsars protest for a good course on a day he considered to be his off day…
I can not see another youth being render jobless or unemployed at this time…
All I am asking for is a date to resume back to work!
The letter reads;
”I wish to officially inform you that Management has placed you on suspension from the Company from today Tuesday 13. October, 2020till further notice.
This is due to your participation in the ongoing #ENDSARSBRUTALITY# that has been going on now for some days all over the Country.
You will recall that Management has been doing its best to keep all employees safe since the beginning of COVID-19 Pandemic by asking us to work from home and when it is compulsory to come to work, official vehicle is being provided to avoid mingling with the general public.
Your involvement in the protest negate Management decision to keep us away from the public and for that reason, you have to be on suspension till further notice to avoid spreading the disease among staff.
EndSARS protesters in Alusa, Ikeja area of Lagos reportedly rejected food and drinks sent to the protest venue by NURTW chairman, MC Oluomo.
Recall that, it was alleged that the NURTW chairman, Musiliu Akinsanya, sponsored the hoodlums who hijacked the peaceful protests against police brutality, extra judicial killings amongst other vices, in Alausa yesterday.
However, Olumo has released a video to refute the claims, stating that he stands with the youths.
In a bid to show his support for the #EndSARS protest, Oluomo sent a van of food and drinks to the protest ground, but the youths chased the van away. This action by the youths has stirred reactions on the popular micro-blogging platform, Twitter.
@ masonjliam1wrote, “That’s nice…bastard he thinks we are beggars time to let them know that this protest is spiritual and not physical”.
Another Twitter user @cryforjustice wrote, “Our mumu don do biko. It has overflowed. Time to focus on the police reform we want #EndSARS”.
Watch video below,
Happening now, protesters Rejecting MC Oluomo’s drinks and edibles and chased the van away,Chai our youths are truly woke,our MuMu don do really,no more bread and butter politics.May God’s name be praise, there is hope for Nigeria afterall #EndSARS#EndSWATpic.twitter.com/hmlhmGMitG
The daughter of Bauchi Governor, Fatimah Zarah Bala has slammed people condemning her silence on the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality.
Fatimah went on a lengthy rant on Instagram as she called out those trying to bully her to post about the protest. She warned them not to spread their negative energy on her, while noting that she has been lending her voice to the movement behind close doors.
The UK university graduate referred anyone who has questions about the protest to her father, as she has zero tolerance to people’s foolishness.
Her post reads,
“Nope! Not today! I ma not the one! Not at all. Some of you think with your asses! Please if you want to be stupid, be stupid on your own! Dont try to spread your negative energy on me! I ‘m really not the one you want to pick on,” she wrote.
“Do not message me fighting me for not posting the protest. I did, and I dont have to be post to spread awareness or to be concered. If you have an official question to ask my father about the protest kindly dm him but I m not the one you want to drag!! Trust me! I have zero tolerance to people’s foolishness right now!”
“I have been seeing so many of you preaching unity but instead you are out here trying to bully me. So I m not posting. Some of us are fighting their own personal battles! And you guys have no idea on how I m raising a voice behind closed doors, so dont come on her and try to rub off negative vibes. Have a good day.”
Zara also shared a screenshot of her chat with a friend who questioned her silence as the Governor’s daughter.
The friend, who she has known since 2008, accused her of seating back and enjoying public funds.
In reaction, she wrote, “That is why I keep my circle very small! But people must took for you and force some sort of drama. I ma not about to let anyone add to my lemons I m already trying to squeeze! Your friends are not really your friends! Be careful guys.”
A trending video, has captured the moment reality TV star, Ozo couldn’t speak his native language, and Nigerians have taken to social media to tease him about it.
The Big Brother Naija star who was at an #EndSARS protest venue, met with popular comedian, Nedu Wazobia who insisted he must speak Igbo – his native language.
Ozo’s attempt to speak his native language sounded hilarious, and as expected, this has sparked reactions on social media.
While some Twitter users only laughed and teased him for not being able to fluently converse in his native dialect, many others dragged him to filth.
Some fans opined that, it’s possible Ozo grew up in an environment that didn’t offer him the opportunity to learn his dialect.
Watch video below,
See reactions below,
In other news, the 28-year-old sport enthusiast yesterday featured on SuperSportTV, making him to trend in Twitter as congratulations rolled in.
As Nigerian youths continue to clamor for an end to police brutality in the country, the Federal government has reportedly set up Judicial panels of inquiry to receive and investigate complaints of police brutality or related extrajudicial killings by the police.
The decision was made at the National Economic Council (NEC) which was chaired by the Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo, on Thursday, October 15.
Bashir Ahmaad, Personal Assistant to President Buhari on Media and Publicity, Bashir Ahmad, disclosed this on his Twitter handle.
He wrote,
“The National Economic Council (NEC) chaired by VP Osinbajo, has directed the immediate establishment of Judicial Panels of Inquiry to receive and investigate complaints of Police brutality or related extra judicial killings, the assignment to be concluded within 6 months (max.).
From today’s NEC Meeting, chaired by VP. • Judicial Panels of Inquiry formed to investigate police brutality. • Panels have 6 months to complete assignment. • Council directs governors to immediately establish a Special Victims Fund to compensation victims of brutality.”
Nigerian on-air personality, Daddy Freeze has commended the General Overseer of RCCG, Pastor Adeboye, for supporting the ongoing #EndSARS movement.
In a Facebook Live session, Daddy Freeze noted that Adeboye’s support for the campaign against police brutality and extra judicial killing is a development that will assure protesters, that they have the support of religious leaders.
In his words,
Wholesome message from Adeboye. This is what Nigerian youths need to hear. They need to know that their leaders, especially religious ones, have their back.
We don’t need him to join the protest. With this, Redeemers will be urged to join the peaceful protest.
From the beginning of this year, I have been so proud of him. I did have a bet with one of my friends that Pastor Adeboye will be the first to speak in support of the #EndSARS protest.
If there is anything I said about Pastor Adeboye in the past that might have been misconstrued as rude, please forgive us. We want our future to be bright. We don’t want to be derailed emotionally physically and spiritually.
One of the celebrity pioneers of the EndSARs protest, Folarin ‘Falz’ Falana, has condemned extracurricular activities on protest grounds.
The EndSARs protest against police brutality in the country is starting to take a new direction as protesters have been reported to party, drink, and take illegal substances on protest grounds.
In reaction to this, Nigerian singer and lawyer, Falz called the attention of protesters to coordinate themselves and avoid distractions that could sabotage the cause of the movement.
In a tweet, the Bop Daddy crooner, Falz wrote, “no drugs no alcohol no partying wear a mask! Protest, Not Party #EndSARS.”
Super Eagles defender, Kenneth Omeruo has taken to his verified Instagram account to share adorable photos of his two beautiful daughters.
The football star, who became a father for the second time last month posted the photos of his daughters, Chairein and Reina in crocheted apparels.
He wrote, “So Blessed.. Reina Brielle”.
In a related news, Kenneth Omeruo and his wife, Chioma, welcomed their second child in September, 2020.
The new father took to his Instagram page to share the news of the arrival of his daughter. He praised his wife for blessing him with the priceless gift.
Sharing photos of his newborn daughter, the excited father wrote,
“Another reason to be grateful to God. Thank you, my superwoman @oma_omeruo, it will take the grace of God to stop oh if u keep giving me gorgeous kids like this. I Love you”.
Well wishers have taken to the comment section to congratulate the couple on the arrival of their bundle of Joy.
American rapper, Cardi B has dropped every plan of divorcing her husband Offset, as they resolve their differences.
Recall that, Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar aka Cardi B recently filed for divorce from her husband of three years.
According to HollywoodUnlocked, a Fulton County superior court confirmed that a divorce petition was filed in Superior Court, Fulton County, Georgia by Belcalis Almanzar v. Kiari Cephus.
However, Cardi has now confirmed that they have both gotten back together, during her 28th birthday in Las Vegas.
The mother of one made this revelation during an Instagram live session, adding that it’s difficult to stay away from ones bestfriend.
In her words,
You know how I be arguing with y’all on social media, that’s exactly how I be arguing with my man.
When people be saying I be doing s**t for attention, with this and that, no, I’m just a crazy b***h. One day I’m happy, the next day I wanna beat a nigga up… I just be starting to miss [him]…
It’s hard not to talk to your best friend. It’s really hard not to talk to your best friend. And it’s really hard to have no d**k.’
People saying that I took him back and I’m materialistic, I like material things but what do you want me to do? Take a Rolls Royce and then I [ignore] him? No I really wanted a Rolls Royce.
We’re just two really young motherf*****s who got married early and that’s what we are.
Meanwhile, the Migos rapper gifted his wife a black customized Rolls Royce Cullinan SUV for her 28th birthday despite the rift between them.
Big Brother Naija star, Mercy Eke has gifted her media manager, a brand new car to enable him carry out his duties with ease.
The excited manager took to his Instagram page @therayztv to shower praises on the reality TV star, adding that she’s a queen who gives in silence.
He wrote,
“Media and PR services operational Vehicle Ready, thanks to @official_mercyeke your support made this possible. You are a Queen that gives in Silence. Thanks for believing in me. Our heart is filled with gratitude, More heights to you Queen of the soldiers of Fortune ? Thanks also to @sweeryeke for the chance.”
In other news, the 22-year-old recently advised her fans and followers against competition, as she describes it as the first step to failure.
Thanking God for the unmerited she has enjoyed in her life and career, the BBnaija ‘pepperdem’ winner stated that the undiluted grace she carries distinguishes her from her counterpart.
Mercy who is suspected to be throwing shade at a colleague urged the unidentified individual to ask around to confirm that they are different and can never be the same.
Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage has called out American singer, Beyonce and urged her to lend her voice to the #EndSARS protest in Nigeria.
Tiwa Savage admonished the singer to use her platform to amplify the protest against police brutality and extra judicial killings, the same way she promoted ‘Black is King’.
According to Tiwa, she doesn’t mind receiving backlash from Netizens or get backlisted but Beyonce can not remain quiet on the prevalent issue as Nigerian creatives were readily available when she reached out to them.
In her words,
“I want to use my platform to call Beyonce and the whole team that reached out to a lot of Nigerians; Nigerian artistes, producers, video directors, dancers, creatives.
“I’m calling on Beyonce and her team the same way they used their platform to elevate and show the world that Black Is King and how beautiful Afrobeat and Africa and our culture is. Because the same country that birth this genre is on fire right now. Where these creative are from is on fire. So I’m calling on Beyoncé and the whole team and telling them that you cannot ignore this, that you cannot be quiet. Because we all celebrated the Black Is King.
I personally was so proud to be part of the project. I know people are going to hate me, I know I’m going to get backlash from this, there’s even a possibility that I could get blacklisted for this.”
Nigerians have descended heavily on BBNaija star, Nengi for lying about her real age while showing off her international passport
The Big Brother Naija ‘Lockdown’ finalist revealed her age on her British passport and Nigerian aren’t having it, insisting that the reality star is lying about her age.
She sparked disputes online after she showed off her international Passport which showed that her date of birth stated on the passport was January 1998, which means she is 22 years of age.
Her age was received with mixed reactions online as some accused her of lying about her true age.
Nigerian Beauty Vlogger, Ronke Raji has finally tendered an apology for her insensitive Instagram post during the #EndSARS campaign.
The mother of two was recently dragged for filth after sharing a photo with a bicycle and writing an epistle about bicycles and adding a footnote about the movement against police brutality, as an afterthought.
Ronke was ruthlessly dragged by social media users for giving little significance to a campaign of that magnitude. She also lost thousands of followers across her platforms in the process.
Taking to her Instagram account, she expressed her regret and apologized for her insensitivity while applauding people who have been at the frontline of the protest.
Her post reads,
As someone who is privileged to be given the platform that I have, my goal has always been simple, which is to spread positivity and bring mental health awareness to as many people as possible, while doing what I love the most.
However, if I’m being brutally honest, I haven’t been online as much as I would have loved to recently hence my response. I am aware that there has been a lot of anger towards me and the way I responded to this movement. For this reason, I want to sincerely apologize to everyone who has been on the receiving end of my recent actions.
I admit that the statement that was made on my initial post and YouTube clearly does not do any form of justice to the matter at hand and will never suffice as a show of support for the #ENDSARS movement and the on-going protests as a result of that.
I want to empathize firstly and most importantly to all those who have directly been impacted by SARS. To all those who have lost a sibling, a friend, a child, a parent, or a lover, I won’t lie and say I feel your pain, because I’m not in your shoes, but I do understand and I can only pray for healing and comfort for every one of you.
Also, to those who have been putting their lives on the line to protest, some of which have even lost their lives, I apologize for belittling the impact of what a dedicated set of people could achieve when united. I want you to know that I stand with you, though not physically, but in full support in whatever way I can.
The oppression in the country has gone on for too long and even though I don’t reside in it, I am still Nigerian. Therefore, I stand in solidarity with everyone both online and on the frontline, demanding justice and the total eradication of the SARS unit. If you would like to know more about #endsars and how you can support check out my stories.
#ENDSARS #ENDSWAT #endpolicebrutality
Reality TV star and actress, Bisola has warned Nigerian youths against turning the ongoing #EndSARS protest into carnivals.
In an Instagram post on Friday, October 16th, the mother of one urged Nigerians to not “party away the future”.
According to her, turning the protests into a carnival will only trivialize the frustrations that had led to the protests.
Bisola Aiyeola, went further to thank every citizen donating and lending their voices to the cause.
In her words,
My people, My people. If we turn these protests to carnivals, we are loosing focus oo and trivializing our frustration. Not everything is party party. Remember those who have died and those whose source of income has been halted.
I know Nigerians love to party and have a good time but please these protests are not Faaji Time. We never reach anywhere o, let’s not party away our future. What we want is for our Home (Nigeria) to be good for us and our generations to come. To everyone donating and contributing one way or the other, THANK YOU.
Veteran Nollywood actress, Idowu Philips popularly known as Mama Rainbow turns 78 today, October 16th.
To celebrate her new age, the actress has taken to Instagram to share adorable photos of herself, as she depicts all shades of glamour.
Mama Rainbow noted that, she’s not only celebrating her birthday but a new year of happiness.
According to her, only God made it possible for her to have added another year in good health and still looking radiant at age 78.
She wrote,
Lord, thank you for blessing me with a new year full of breakthroughs. To the most loving and kindest soul, happy birthday to me emi Idowu morunkeji ?????⭐️
I am not just a year older but also a year better and happier. Happy birthday to me! ?????????❤️?⭐️????❤️?⭐️?????
Lord, thank you for blessing me with a new year full of breakthroughs. To the most loving and kindest soul, happy birthday to me emi Idowu morunkeji ?????⭐️.
Twitter CEO, Jack Dorsey has unveiled special emoji for #EndSARS movement despite legal threat from former presidential aspirant, Adamu Garba.
Jack revealed the special #EndSARS emoji, which is a fist with the colour of the Nigerian flag.
Recall that, the American technology entrepreneur, recently tweeted his support for the ongoing #EndSARS protest, against police brutality and extra judicial killings in Nigeria.
Shortly after his tweet, a former presidential candidate, Adamu Garba threatened to take legal actions against him.
The tweet reads,
Dear @jack It’ll do you a lot more good if you stay away from Nigerian Politics. You should know that the so-called #EndSARS protest have transformed into political agitation, capable of breaking law & order in our country. You should not be a moral & financial sponsor to this.
This is Nigeria, most of the demands initially presented was attended to by the responsible authorities. SARS no longer exist in this country. Your support for a disbanded entity was a needless interference. We cannot allow killings again in Nigeria in the name of protests.
I can see you are even sharing a link for people to donate money for this protest, an event capable of escalation beyond our already overstretched security management. If this protest continued to evolved into disorder (hopefully not). As a Nigerian citizen, we’ll meet in court.
However, regardless of the legal threat, the tech boss has now unveiled the #EndSARS emoji, and a lot of Nigerians have taken to the micro-blogging platform to appreciate his support.
Some men of the Nigerian army were on Thursday, seen on camera saving some motorists from police officers extorting them along Aba road.
The video which shows the moment it happened, was shared online by social media users — it shows a soldier shouting at a police officer before hitting him.
The police officer is then seen trying to run away but was still chased by the soldier who later stopped. The motorist who was extorted was given back his money and the act by the Nigerian soldiers has been lauded by a lot of social media users.
A young Nigerian man has shocked many social media users with his reason for choosing to join the nationwide #EndSARS protests.
The protest which is gradually entering its second week, has been raging on as youths demand total reform of the Nigeria Police Force over cases of brutality, extortion, human rights violations and extra-judicial killings, especially by members of the now-defunct Special Anti-Robbery Squad, SARS.
During the protests, an unidentified man caught the attention of other Nigerians, both online and offline as he revealed that SARS officials collected the money meant for his wedding.
He was seen holding a placard with an inscription boldly written on it and, it read: “THEM COLLECT MY MARRIAGE MONEY #ENDSWAT.”
Nollywood actres, Nkechi Blessing Sunday has warned #EndSARs protesters to verify the source of refreshments before consuming it.
This is coming after protesters were attacked physically by paid armed thugs in two states, across the country in order to disrupt the ongoing peaceful protest against police brutality.
Nkechi, however, warned against an attack that may come through food poisoning by the same set of perpetrators of the first attack through refreshments put in place to support the protesters.
“Dear youths ! Please this one this people are trying to spoil the protest by all means … Please lets verify and mind what we eat at the protest grounds! Because that might be another way to attack,” the actress noted on her Instagram.
The Governors across the federation have reached a consensus that the Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Adamu must fish out the policemen who killed #EndSARS protesters.
The governors who took this action following the the ongoing nationwide protest, also accused the IGP of not consulting widely before dissolving the controversial police unit, SARS.
Recall that there has been a nationwide protest against police brutality and extra judicial killings by officials of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS).
In the statement, “Governors were unequivocal that all police officers who participated in the abuse or actions that might have led to injury or the death of innocent citizens must be fished out and brought to book”.
The communique signed by the NGF Chairman and Ekiti State governor, Dr. Kayode Fayemi reads;
“Governors were unanimous in their support for the IGP and endorsed his plan to carry out far-reaching reforms geared towards greater effectiveness, accountability and transparency; Members called for increased regularity in the meetings of the Nigeria Police Council in order for it to effectively carry out its regulatory and supervisory roles as contained in the Nigerian Constitution.
“On the IGP’s plan to create SWAT, Governors stated that even though the effort might be necessary and in good faith, they argued that the timing is inauspicious as the mood of the nation negates it and may understandably be misinterpreted as a surreptitious move to dress FSARS in another garb.
“Governors agreed that there was need for greater consultation with the public before any decision is take. Governors advised the IGP to immediately convene a meeting of all stakeholders and agree on a format of engagement with all State officials in order to address concerns; and that State leadership should meet simultaneously nationwide, to address matters arising.
“Governors emphasized that reforms must include the training and retraining of operatives on the rules of engagement with the general public; Policing in Nigeria must ensure freedom for all Nigerians to carry out their lawful and legitimate businesses anywhere in the country without fear of harassment, intimidation or molestation.
“Governors advised that throughout the reform process, the room for consultation may include sessions and direct feedback from the public, stressing that there is no single solution that applies to all the 36 States of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory.
“Governors were unequivocal that all police officers who participated in the abuse or actions that might have led to injury or the death of innocent citizens must be fished out and brought to book while other Nigerians who have been adversely affected by police brutality or other actions that were injurious to them or their loved ones, should be compensated.
“Each State is to set up a panel for compensation to all victims and see to it that the necessary compensation is made to those who deserve them. This must be systematically done to ensure that nobody who deserves to be compensated, is left out
“The Forum directed its Secretariat to work with the police authority to develop a framework for setting up a panel of enquiry across all States to determine claims and compensation; Governors are aware that some States have already started engaging protesters and urged all States that have not commenced same to invite all stakeholders in the matter to resolve these issues
“Members also recommended that the IGP, the Police Service Commission and the Nigeria Police Council should immediately review the Remuneration and Emoluments of police officers and explore ways to fund this in order to incentivize and motivate police officers who have pledged themselves in service of the country.
“Governors enjoined the IGP to be ready to forge stronger partnerships with State governments and the civil society to improve civil relations between the Nigerian Police and the Nigerian Public.”
Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa has revealed that the police has released 14 #EndSARS protesters arrested in Ughelli area of the state.
The governor made the announcement via his official twitter account on Thursday night. He said the action was in line with the state’s commitment to meet all the legitimate requests of the #EndSARS protesters.
He wrote, “In line with our commitment to meet all the legitimate requests of the #EndSARS protesters in Delta State, all the protesters that were previously detained by the Police in Ughelli have been released.”
In line with our commitment to meet all the legitimate requests of the #EndSARS protesters in Delta State, all the protesters that were previously detained by the Police in Ughelli have been released. pic.twitter.com/CYwxK47Z3z
Gov. Okowa had earlier made the promise to release the arrested protesters when he addressed them in the state and has been commended for fulfilling his promise.
Social networking platform, Twitter CEO, Jack Dorsey has yet again tweeted his support for the #EndSARS movement after being threatened by former presidential aspirant, Adamu Garba.
Garba had asked the Twitter CEO to stay away from Nigerian politics and threatened to sue him for supporting a protest that “has transformed into a political agitation, capable of breaking law and order in the country“.
The threat came after Dorsey tweeted his support for the protests holding in Nigeria to end SARS and police brutality. Following Garba’s threats, Dorsey tweeted again.
“#EndSARS” he wrote simply with an emoji of a raised fist in the colours of the Nigerian flag.
A woman who visited Lekki toll gate protest ground in Lagos state to sell groundnuts for protesters, has received over N2million donations from well meaning Nigerians.
The protesters, on seeing her at the protest ground, were moved to compassion which prompted them to raise money for her to live a better life.
The groundnut seller’s account details was shared online and Nigerians, including concerned celebrities, donating money to her account.
At first, it was announced that she had received donations to the tune of N500,000. See tweet below;
NIGERIAN YOUTHS CONTRIBUTES OVER N500,000 TO GROUND NUT SELLER AT LEKKI TOLL GATE
Over N500,000 (FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND NAIRA) was raised for this old woman by Nigerian Youths at the Lekki Toll Gate #ReformPoliceNG Protest ground.
@ogujohnugo thanks a lot for the hefty donation
NIGERIAN YOUTHS CONTRIBUTES OVER N500,000 TO GROUND NUT SELLER AT LEKKI TOLL GATE
Over N500,000 (FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND NAIRA) was raised for this old woman by Nigerian Youths at the Lekki Toll Gate #ReformPoliceNG Protest ground.@ogujohnugo thanks a lot for the hefty donation pic.twitter.com/EyaQIUy5mB
But a recent update, confirms that the amount has gone up to a whooping N2.3million. See below;
UPDATE AS AT 8:00PM:
A TOTAL SUM OF N2,350,000 (TWO MILLION THREE HUNDRED AND FIFTY THOUSAND NAIRA) WAS RAISED FOR THE GROUNDNUT SELLER BY THE NIGERIAN YOUTHS AT THE LEKKI TOLL GATE TODAY!!!
UPDATE AS AT 8:00PM:
A TOTAL SUM OF N2,350,000 (TWO MILLION THREE HUNDRED AND FIFTY THOUSAND NAIRA) WAS RAISED FOR THE GROUNDNUT SELLER BY THE NIGERIAN YOUTHS AT THE LEKKI TOLL GATE TODAY!!! ?✊???#ReformPoliceNG#EndPoliceBrutality
