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Today makes it three years when young Nigerians were murdered in protest demanding an end to police brutality. Three years after, some are of the opinion that the demand hasn't been met by the FG. Amnesty International has reported that 15 people are still in detention after the #EndSARS protest that claimed scores of lives at the Lekki Toll Gate. Ponsah Fanap and Joseph Gilbert would be having a conversation with Barr. Menseh Madaki and Pharm. Samuel Gyang Ishaya on the issues. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jay-fm-podcast/message
LASG Confirms Mass Burial For 103 ENDSARS Victims, Insists None From Lekki Toll Gate ~ OsazuwaAkonedo #2020 #army #Babajide #Bola #Buhari #Burial #EndSARS #Lagos #Lekki #Mass #Muhammadu #Nigerian #SanwoOlu #Tinubu https://osazuwaakonedo.news/lasg-confirms-mass-burial-for-103-endsars-victims-insists-none-from-lekki-toll-gate/24/07/2023/ Lagos State Government under the leadership of Babajide Sanwo-Olu has confirmed that it approved the sum of ₦61 million, two hundred and eighty five thousandthousandENDSARS --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/osazuwaakonedo/message
Why did Police teargas mourners at the Lekki Tollgate? Where were you on 20th October 2020? Has the Government taken any serious steps to fight Police Brutality? #NigeriaInfoHF Those are the Big 3, Lagos. Let's Talk. #NigeriaInfoHF | Sandra Ezekwesili
Join our conversation this week regarding the political terminology "Soro Soke" and its roots during the Lekki Toll Gate massacre on October 20, 2020. This week's podcast also touches on the past controversy from a Nigerian influencer! Silence is Violence! And remember, #NoVex
Warning - This episode might be triggering. Rinu Oduala is one of the frontliners of the ENDSARS movement, the very same one that claimed hundreds of thousands of lives in a bloody massacre at the Lekki Toll Gate on the 20th of October 2020. Innocent, unarmed Nigerian protestors fighting for justice, survival and an end to police brutality, corruption and bad governance were murdered in cold blood after they were ambushed by law enforcement who began to open fire on their peaceful protest. In this episode we unpack what this movement is about, we take a look at democracy in Africa as a whole and place emphasis on one's individual responsibility to be their brother's keeper as one of our fundamental duties to humanity. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sakinaspeaks/message
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://noirelife.org/2020/11/11/black-lives-matter-across-the-globe-series-the-lekki-toll-gate-massacre-nigeria/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/noire-life-magazine9/support
A leaked report by an inquiry panel found that Nigerian armed forces shot and killed #EndSARS protesters at the Lekki toll gate in October 2020. The report refers to the incident as a massacre. But Nigeria's information minister Lai Mohammed has dismissed the report as a ‘triumph of fake news'. He denies that soldiers fired live bullets at protesters. Host: Alan Kasujja (@kasujja) Reporter: Is'haq Khalid (@ikmkhalid) #AfricaDaily
The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has insisted that nobody died during the #EndSARS protest at the Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos State in October 2020.Mr Mohammed said this on Tuesday while addressing a news conference in Abuja. He also described the report circulating online as fake.His comments come a week after the judicial panel probing allegations of police brutality in Lagos State submitted its findings to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.One of the reports was on claims of police brutality while the other was on the shooting in the Lekki area of Lagos State on October 20, 2020, said to have killed and injured several protesters. The minister emphatically, said: “We reject the notion that our soldiers and policemen massacred innocent Nigerians at the Lekki Tollgate”.He also demanded relatives of the victims to come forward with evidence, saying that “any parent who is afraid to testify about the death of his or her child is not worthy to be called a parent".Below is the full text of his speech.TEXT OF THE PRESS CONFERENCE ADDRESSED BY THE HON. MINISTER OFINFORMATION AND CULTURE, ALHAJI LAI MOHAMMED, IN ABUJA ON TUESDAY NOV. 23RD 2021 ON THE REPORT OF THE LAGOS STATE JUDICIAL PANEL OF INQUIRY AND RESTITUTION TO INVESTIGATE CASES OF POLICE BRUTALITY AND THE INCIDENT OF OCT. 20TH 2020 AT LEKKI TOLL GATEGood morning gentlemen,2. It's no longer news that the Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry that investigated cases of police brutality as well as the incident of Oct. 20th, 2020, at Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos has submitted its report. The submission happened whileI was out of the country on national assignment. Unlike many commentators and analysts, we took our time to read and digest the report, and we are now well placed to respond.3. Without mincing words, let me say that never in the history of any Judicial Panel in this country has its report been riddled with so many errors, inconsistencies, discrepancies, speculations, innuendoes, omissions and conclusions that are not supported by evidence. What is circulating in public space is simply a rehash of the unverified fake news that has been playing on social media since the incident of Oct.20th 2020. It is simply incredible that a Judicial Panel set up to investigate an incident has submitted a report laden with allegations, the same allegations it was set up to investigate in the first instance. Instead of sitting for all of one year, the panel could have just compiled social media ‘tales by the moonlight' on the incident and submitted, saving taxpayers' funds and everyone's time. That report is nothing but the triumph of fake news and the intimidation of a silent majority by a vociferous lynch mob.4. Gentlemen, we have read some critical analysis of the report by a courageous few. One commentator, a lawyer, said it raised more questions than answers. Another commentator, a journalist, called it a ‘disgraceful report by a disgraceful panel', saying it reported allegations instead of investigating the allegations. Yet another wondered how a Judicial Panel could use the words ‘massacre in context' and equate such to a massacre. All these and many more have raised valid questions on that report. We salute their courage and refusal to be cowed by the rampaging lynch mob that has been screaming blue murder since the report was released.5. We do not intend to bore you by rehashing details of the discrepancies, innuendoes, inconsistencies and errors in that report. They are already in the public space. Let us, however, point out some key highlights of such discrepancies, errors, omissions, etc.i) – The report threw away the testimony of ballistic experts who testified before it. The experts said, inter alia, in their testimony:”The Team finds that from the medical data examined, including thetimeline of arrival at medical facility and the nature of the injuriessustained by the Victims, who were taken to the 5 medical facilities,that no military grade live ammunition (high-velocity) was fired atthe protesters at Lekki Tollgate on 20th October 2020, within thetimeframe of reference (18.30- 20.34hrs). That the GSW (Gun ShotWounds) injuries (4 in number between 19:05 and 19:45 hrs), which wereexamined by the Team, can be safely identified as being discharged byeither low velocity caliber and/or artisanal/12-gauge firearms(artisanal firearms are locally-fabricated weapons). What is howevercertain is that had the military personnel deliberately fired militarygrade live ammunition directly at the protesters; there would havebeen significantly more fatalities and catastrophic injuriesrecorded. This was clearly not the case.''i) – The same panel that said it deemed as credible the evidence of the Forensic Pathologist, Prof. John Obafunwa, that only three of the bodies on which post mortem were conducted were from Lekki and only one had gunshot injury went on to contradict itself by saying nine persons died of gunshot wounds at Lekki!iii) – The man whose evidence (that he counted 11 bodies in a military van where he was left for dead before he escaped) was found to be crucial by the panel never testified in person. Rather, the video of his ‘testimony' was played by someone else. It did not occur to the panel to query the veracity of the testimony of a man who said he was shot and presumed dead but still had time to count dead bodies inside a supposedly dark van at night!iv) – The panel said trucks with brushes underneath were brought to the Lekki Toll Gate in the morning of Oct. 21 2020 to clean up bloodstains and other evidence, but still found bullet casings at the same site when it visited on Oct. 30th 2020. It said soldiers picked up bullet casings from Lekki Toll Gate on the night of Oct. 20th 2020, yet claimed that policemen came to the same spot to pick the same bullet casings on Oct. 21st 2020!v) – The panel was silent on the family members of those reportedly killed, merely insinuating they were afraid to testify. Even goats have owners who will look for them if they do not return home, not to talk of human beings. Where are the family members of those who were reportedly killed at Lekki Toll Gate? If the panel is recommending compensation for the families, what are their identities and addresses? Who will receive the compensations when no family members have shown up to date?vi) – How did a man who reported seeing the lifeless body of his brother himself ended up being on the list of the panel's deceased persons?vii) – How can a Judicial Panel convince anyone that the names of some casualties of the Lekki Toll Gate incident listed as numbers 3 (Jide), 42 (Tola) and 43 (Wisdom) are not fictitious names.viii) – Why did the Judicial Panel feel compelled to concoct a ”massacre in context” as a euphemism for ”massacre”? A massacre is a massacre. What is ”massacre in context?”x) – The report never mentioned cases of police personnel who were brutally murdered or the massive destruction of police stations, vehicles, e.t c during the Endsars protest. Does this mean that the panel didn't consider policemen and women as human beings?x) – The report didn't make any recommendation on the innocent people whose businesses were attacked and destroyed during the protest in Lagos. I think it was too busy looking for evidence to support its conclusion of ‘massacre in context'.6. It is clear, from the ongoing, that the report of the panel in circulation cannot be relied upon because its authenticity is in doubt. Besides, the Lagos State Government, being the convening authority, has yet to release any official report to the public.Neither has the panel done so. The cowardly leakage of an unsigned report to the public is not enough. Assuming the report in circulation bears any iota of genuineness, it is basic knowledge that the report of such a panel is of no force until the convening authority issues a White Paper and Gazette on it. It is therefore too premature for any person or entity to seek to castigate the Federal Government and its agencies or officials based on such an unofficial and unvalidated report.7. CNN AND OTHERSThe CNN has been celebrating the leaked report of the Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry. In its rush to claim vindication, CNN apparently didn't even read the report before rolling out the drums in celebration. By that action, CNN has celebrated prematurely and has now committed a double faux pas: First, by relying on unverified social media stories and videos to carry out an investigation of the Oct. 20th 2020 incident at Lekki, where it did not have a correspondent on ground.CNN goofed in its report on the findings of the panel, which fell below the main standards of journalism. Secondly, CNN rushed to the air to celebrate an unsigned and unverified report that is riddled with inconsistencies, errors, discrepancies, innuendoes. That's double faux pas by a news organization that is eager and willing to compromise standards just to claim vindication.8. Sadly, a section of the Nigerian media has also joined the lynch mob. Honestly, in an attempt to vilify government at all costs, they have done themselves a great disservice. How can any news organization worth its salt write an Editorial validating this kind of report? Are they not seeing what others, including journalists and lawyers, are seeing? In a shocking twist, a Nigerian newspaper chose to hail what it calls ‘'detailed investigative report'' by CNN, even when the news channel did not even cover the incident of Oct. 20th 2020! It's a classic case of cutting your nose to spite your face.9 CONCLUSIONSi) – Gentlemen, there is absolutely nothing in the report that is circulating to make us change our stand that there was no massacre at Lekki on Oct. 20th 2020. For us to change our stand, a well-investigated report of the incident that meets all required standards and will withstand every scrutiny must be pro
The Minority Caucus in the House of Representatives says it has reviewed the Lagos EndSARS report and observed that the Federal Government has questions to answer. The lawmakers in a statement said the report has confirmed that there was indeed a massacre at Lekki Toll Gate on October 20, 2020, despite the earlier denial of killings. The Minority caucus also flayed the Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed for rushing to the media, ahead of the judicial panel, to insist that there were no killings at Lekki Tollgate, even in the face of testimonies of witnesses at the sad event. They described it as a shocking attempt to cover up details of the October 20 event demanding that justice be served.
The Minority Caucus in the House of Representatives says it has reviewed the Lagos EndSARS report and observed that the Federal Government has questions to answer. The lawmakers in a statement said the report has confirmed that there was indeed a massacre at Lekki Toll Gate on October 20, 2020, despite the earlier denial of killings. The Minority caucus also flayed the Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed for rushing to the media, ahead of the judicial panel, to insist that there were no killings at Lekki Tollgate, even in the face of testimonies of witnesses at the sad event. They described it as a shocking attempt to cover up details of the October 20 event demanding that justice be served.
The Minority Caucus in the House of Representatives says it has reviewed the Lagos EndSARS report and observed that the Federal Government has questions to answer. The lawmakers in a statement said the report has confirmed that there was indeed a massacre at Lekki Toll Gate on October 20, 2020, despite the earlier denial of killings. The Minority caucus also flayed the Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed for rushing to the media, ahead of the judicial panel, to insist that there were no killings at Lekki Tollgate, even in the face of testimonies of witnesses at the sad event. They described it as a shocking attempt to cover up details of the October 20 event demanding that justice be served.
The LASG judicial panel of inquiry into the #EndSARS protests at the Lekki Tollgate submits its report. The report has indicted government institutions that had hitherto denied that there wasn't killings there but the panel report has revealed that there was indeed a massacre. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-fm-podcast/message
The Minority Caucus in the House of Representatives says it has reviewed the Lagos EndSARS report and observed that the Federal Government has questions to answer. The lawmakers in a statement signed by Minority Leader, Ndudi Elumelu on Thursday said the report has confirmed that there was indeed a massacre at Lekki Toll Gate on October 20, 2020, despite the earlier denial of killings.“The Minority Caucus in the House of Representatives, after a thorough review of the report of the Lagos State EndSARS judicial panel, holds that the attempt by officials of the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led Federal Government to cover up the now confirmed massacre of Nigerians youths by security forces at the Lekki Tollgate suggests a high-level state-backed conspiracy against Nigerians.“The confirmation by the Lagos Panel that there was indeed a massacre at the Lekki Tollgate during the 2020 EndSARS protests in Lagos and that APC government-controlled security forces carted away bodies and mopped up evidence, places a huge burden on the Federal Government which had vehemently denied any killings,” the statement read in part.The Minority caucus also flayed the Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed for “rushing to the media, ahead of the judicial panel, to insist that there were no killings at Lekki Tollgate, even in the face of testimonies of witnesses at the sad event.” They described it as a shocking attempt to cover up details of the October 20 event demanding that justice
The Chief of Defense Staff, General Lucky Irabor, has faulted the procedure adopted in the release of a document said to be the report of the Lagos Judicial Panel of Inquiry on police brutality. The leaked report had indicted officers of the Nigerian Army for killing unarmed helpless and defenceless protesters, without provocation or justification, while they were waving the Nigerian Flag and singing the National Anthem” at the Lekki Toll Gate on October 20, 2020. The CDS however explained that he could not, at the moment, comment on the content of the document because he has not seen the official report. General Irabor maintained that the Nigerian armed forces are committed to their constitutional mandate and do not engage in ignoble acts.
The United States says it was looking forward to a response from the Lagos State Government after the Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry submitted its final report. A statement from the US Embassy in Lagos says the United States welcomes the conclusion of the Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry with the transmission of its final report The statement added that they look forward to the Lagos State government's response as part of a process that represents an important mechanism of accountability regarding the #EndSARS protests and the events that took place near the Lekki Toll Gate on October 20, 2020.
Human rights activist and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has urged the Lagos State Government to implement the recommendations of the Judicial Panel of Inquiry, set up to investigate cases of police brutality and other SARS-related crimes. He says members of the Okuwobi Judicial Commission of Inquiry deserve commendation for the thorough investigation of police brutality in Lagos State, adding that a copy of the report should be sent to the President. The says the revelation that some of the 99 dead bodies dumped in the various mortuaries in Lagos by soldiers were traced to the Lekki Toll Gate has exposed the official lie that the report of the brutal killing was a figment of the imagination of the protesters.
The United States says it was looking forward to a response from the Lagos State Government after the Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry submitted its final report. A statement from the US Embassy in Lagos says the United States welcomes the conclusion of the Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry with the transmission of its final report The statement added that they look forward to the Lagos State government's response as part of a process that represents an important mechanism of accountability regarding the #EndSARS protests and the events that took place near the Lekki Toll Gate on October 20, 2020.
The Chief of Defense Staff, General Lucky Irabor, has faulted the procedure adopted in the release of a document said to be the report of the Lagos Judicial Panel of Inquiry on police brutality. The leaked report had indicted officers of the Nigerian Army for killing unarmed helpless and defenceless protesters, without provocation or justification, while they were waving the Nigerian Flag and singing the National Anthem” at the Lekki Toll Gate on October 20, 2020. The CDS however explained that he could not, at the moment, comment on the content of the document because he has not seen the official report. General Irabor maintained that the Nigerian armed forces are committed to their constitutional mandate and do not engage in ignoble acts.
Human rights activist and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has urged the Lagos State Government to implement the recommendations of the Judicial Panel of Inquiry, set up to investigate cases of police brutality and other SARS-related crimes. He says members of the Okuwobi Judicial Commission of Inquiry deserve commendation for the thorough investigation of police brutality in Lagos State, adding that a copy of the report should be sent to the President. The says the revelation that some of the 99 dead bodies dumped in the various mortuaries in Lagos by soldiers were traced to the Lekki Toll Gate has exposed the official lie that the report of the brutal killing was a figment of the imagination of the protesters.
The United States says it was looking forward to a response from the Lagos State Government after the Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry submitted its final report. A statement from the US Embassy in Lagos says the United States welcomes the conclusion of the Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry with the transmission of its final report The statement added that they look forward to the Lagos State government's response as part of a process that represents an important mechanism of accountability regarding the #EndSARS protests and the events that took place near the Lekki Toll Gate on October 20, 2020.
The Chief of Defense Staff, General Lucky Irabor, has faulted the procedure adopted in the release of a document said to be the report of the Lagos Judicial Panel of Inquiry on police brutality. The leaked report had indicted officers of the Nigerian Army for killing unarmed helpless and defenceless protesters, without provocation or justification, while they were waving the Nigerian Flag and singing the National Anthem” at the Lekki Toll Gate on October 20, 2020. The CDS however explained that he could not, at the moment, comment on the content of the document because he has not seen the official report. General Irabor maintained that the Nigerian armed forces are committed to their constitutional mandate and do not engage in ignoble acts.
The Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry on Restitution for Victims of SARS Related Abuses and other matters has released its findings and recommendation on the shooting of unarmed protesters at the Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos on the 20th of October 2020.Is the decision taken by the panel Justice enough?In this episode of Nigeria daily, we look at the several controversies surrounding the shooting at the lekki tollgate
Human rights activist and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has urged the Lagos State Government to implement the recommendations of the Judicial Panel of Inquiry, set up to investigate cases of police brutality and other SARS-related crimes. He says members of the Okuwobi Judicial Commission of Inquiry deserve commendation for the thorough investigation of police brutality in Lagos State, adding that a copy of the report should be sent to the President. The says the revelation that some of the 99 dead bodies dumped in the various mortuaries in Lagos by soldiers were traced to the Lekki Toll Gate has exposed the official lie that the report of the brutal killing was a figment of the imagination of the protesters.
The Judicial Panel of Inquiry set up by the Lagos state government to probe October 20, 2020, #EndSARs protest has revealed that at least 11 persons were killed during the peaceful demonstration at the Lekki Tollgate and another four missing but presumed dead making a total of 15. The report was an incriminating indictment of heightening extrajudicial killings and unprofessionalism by Nigerian law enforcement agents The report described as atrocious, the maiming and killing of unarmed, helpless and unresisting protesters while sitting on the floor, waving their Nigerian flags and singing the National Anthem, stressing that the act could be equated to a massacre in context. The panel stated that 24 sustained gunshot injuries, while 15 others were assaulted by soldiers and police, revealing that 96 other corpses were presented by a Forensic Pathologist at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Prof. John Obafunwa.
The Judicial Panel of Inquiry set up by the Lagos state government to probe October 20, 2020, #EndSARs protest has revealed that at least 11 persons were killed during the peaceful demonstration at the Lekki Tollgate and another four missing but presumed dead making a total of 15. The report was an incriminating indictment of heightening extrajudicial killings and unprofessionalism by Nigerian law enforcement agents The report described as atrocious, the maiming and killing of unarmed, helpless and unresisting protesters while sitting on the floor, waving their Nigerian flags and singing the National Anthem, stressing that the act could be equated to a massacre in context. The panel stated that 24 sustained gunshot injuries, while 15 others were assaulted by soldiers and police, revealing that 96 other corpses were presented by a Forensic Pathologist at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Prof. John Obafunwa.
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The Judicial Panel of Inquiry set up by the Lagos state government to probe October 20, 2020, #EndSARs protest has revealed that at least 11 persons were killed during the peaceful demonstration at the Lekki Tollgate and another four missing but presumed dead making a total of 15. The report was an incriminating indictment of heightening extrajudicial killings and unprofessionalism by Nigerian law enforcement agents The report described as atrocious, the maiming and killing of unarmed, helpless and unresisting protesters while sitting on the floor, waving their Nigerian flags and singing the National Anthem, stressing that the act could be equated to a massacre in context. The panel stated that 24 sustained gunshot injuries, while 15 others were assaulted by soldiers and police, revealing that 96 other corpses were presented by a Forensic Pathologist at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Prof. John Obafunwa.
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, SERAP, has threatened to institute legal action against President Muhammadu Buhari government.SERAP said it is suing Buhari to compel the arrest of soldiers and police officers involved in shooting EndSARS protesters at Lekki Tollgate in Lagos State. In a series of tweets, the body urged the Buhari government to compel payment of reparation to victims.Disclosing that it would file the suit on Wednesday, SERAP said the EndSARS Panel report would serve as part of its evidence.According to SERAP: “BREAKING: We're suing the Buhari administration to compel it to immediately arrest the soldiers and police responsible for the shooting of #EndSARS protesters at Lekki-Toll Gate and pay reparations to victims.“We're filing the suit first thing tomorrow morning; so please indicate your interest“We're also following up with our petition dated 21 October 2020 to the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court by forwarding today a copy of the report of Lagos #EndSARS Panel as additional information and evidence.”In June 2020, soldiers and police officers had shot some EndSARS protesters at the Lekki Tollgate in Lagos State.Meanwhile, the judicial panel set up by the Lagos government to probe cases of police brutality — including the Lekki shooting — says nine #EndSARS protesters were killed.The panel also said the killing of unarmed protesters at the tollgate could be described in the context of a “massacre”.“It was alleged and corroborated that the soldiers had their vans parked at the Lekki Toll Gate and removed as many bodies and corpses of the fallen,” the report reads.“One of the protesters who was shot and taken for dead, Olalekan Sanusi, who eventually escaped to narrate his ordeal and experience stated that 11 corpses were in the van where he was placed in and presumed dead“Miss Dabira Ayuku also corroborated the above by stating that she saw about 7 dead bodies placed in one of the military trucks at the Lekki Toll Gate on the night of 20th October, 2020.“It was alleged and corroborated that soldiers picked bullet shells on the night of October 20 and policemen followed up in the morning of October 21 to pick bullet shells.“Several unidentified bodies were removed by security agencies and LASEHMU (Lagos State Environmental Health Monitoring Unit) and deposited at various hospital mortuaries in Lagos state.“Three (3) trucks with brushes underneath were brought to the Lekki Toll Gate in the morning of October 21st October, 2020 to clean up the scene of bloodstains and other evidence.“There was abundant evidence before the panel that the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) indicated in its Twitter handle that it had effectively cleaned up the Lekki Toll Gate scene immediately after the incident of October 20, 2020.“The denial of ambulances by the soldiers, which could have assisted in the prompt and effective treatment of injured protesters, was cruel and inhuman and it contributed immensely to the large number of deaths and casualties on the part of the protesters, especially those from the Lekki Toll Gate.“The panel finds the cases of death or injured protesters as credible anduncontroverted.”
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Here's today's Big Hard Fact One year and one day ago, EndSARS protesters were shot at the Lekki Tollgate. One Year After EndSARS, What Has Changed? #NigeriainfoHF Sandra Ezekwesili
In this bonus episode, my amazing and wonderful cousin, Fiyinfoluwa, sits down to discuss the End SARS protests that took place in Nigeria towards the end of 2020. Police brutality is wrong no matter what, whether it's race, gender, or age, never accept police brutality as okay or normal. I hope all of you enjoy this bonus episode and I can't wait to start season 3 on November 6th with all of you!!! Although it says that this episode is season 2, episode 11, think of it more as episode 10.5. I apologize, this episode will not be on YouTube due to technical issues. Email me for any inquiries you may have or just to say hi
Almost a year ago, the nation of Nigeria went through one of its most trying ordeals in recent times. In this episode, Bayo and his guest, Asher, attempt to follow the clues and uncover who was behind it, as Detective Shalewa Holmes and Dr. Joromi Watson.
Almost a year ago, the nation of Nigeria went through one of its most trying ordeals in recent times. In this episode, Bayo and his guest, Asher, attempt to follow the clues and uncover who was behind it, as Detective Shalewa Holmes and Dr. Joromi Watson.
There is nothing to protest. If you want to fight atrocities committed by the army, one of you 2020 protesters should file a petition with the ICC as shooting unarmed protesters is illegal and violation of civil rights.
The United Kingdom (UK)-based forensic and ballistic company, engaged by Lagos State government to investigate the shooting incident at the Lekki Tollgate, has come to a conclusion that live military-grade ammunition were not fired at protesters on the night of October 20, 2020.The Executive Director of Oxygene Consulting UK Ltd, Dieye Willie-Harry, gave a review on Tuesday via zoom during the proceedings of the Lagos State Judicial Restitution for Victims of #EndSARS Related Abuses and Other Matters Panel investigating police brutality.He said: “We have not viewed any footage, which definitively shows a muzzle aimed towards any individual and at the same time being fired with the effect thereof, but what we can freely assess was that no live bullet was fired.“However, given the injuries sustained from 21:00 hours and further, we believe that live and military-grade ammunition were fired at some point by persons yet-to-be-identified.”He said by the time the team of experts arrived in Lagos in December last year, “the medical treatment of victims had reached an advanced stage, injuries had healed and victims had been discharged from healthcare centres.Willie-Harry told the panel that investigations conducted by his team were from the examination and research surrounding open-source imagery and news reporting (including social media), along with the individual injuries and medical reports.He said they were of the opinion that ammunition may have been discharged and possibly aimed at the road surface in front of protesters, which ultimately caused the projectiles to ricochet, resulting in the core breaking out of the jacket and hitting the majority of the victims in the lower limbs at much reduced kinetic energy but with enough energy to fracture the long bones without exiting the victims' bodies.He further said that the team identified the firearms alleged to have been fired by the military officers during the alleged incident as Kalashnikov AK-type variants, including Chinese Type 56, some with (foldable bayonet) extended,” adding that such weapons could have caused more devastation had it been used as alleged by the military.Justice Doris Okuwobi (rtd), who adjourned the proceedings at 6:15 p.m., said the panel would retire to consider its ruling and communicate to parties later when the ruling is ready for delivery.
The summary of the evidence of Mr Dieye Willie-Harry, an expert witness hired by the Lagos State Government to investigate the shooting incident at the tollgate shows that live military-grade ammunition was fired at some point by yet to be identified persons.The Executive Director of a UK-based forensic and ballistic company, Oxgene Consulting UK Ltd, Mr Willie-Harry says from the examination and research surrounding open-source imagery and news reporting along with the individual injuries and medical reports, live military-grade ammunition, may have been discharged at some point at the Lekki Toll Gate on 20th October 2020, after 21:00 hrs. He says it could possibly be aimed at the road surface in front of protesters, which ultimately caused the projectiles to ricochet resulting in the core breaking out of the jacket and hitting the majority of the victims in the lower limbs at much reduced kinetic energy but with enough energy to fracture the long bones without exiting the victims' bodies.
The summary of the evidence of Mr Dieye Willie-Harry, an expert witness hired by the Lagos State Government to investigate the shooting incident at the tollgate shows that live military-grade ammunition was fired at some point by yet to be identified persons.The Executive Director of a UK-based forensic and ballistic company, Oxgene Consulting UK Ltd, Mr Willie-Harry says from the examination and research surrounding open-source imagery and news reporting along with the individual injuries and medical reports, live military-grade ammunition, may have been discharged at some point at the Lekki Toll Gate on 20th October 2020, after 21:00 hrs. He says it could possibly be aimed at the road surface in front of protesters, which ultimately caused the projectiles to ricochet resulting in the core breaking out of the jacket and hitting the majority of the victims in the lower limbs at much reduced kinetic energy but with enough energy to fracture the long bones without exiting the victims' bodies.
The summary of the evidence of Mr Dieye Willie-Harry, an expert witness hired by the Lagos State Government to investigate the shooting incident at the tollgate shows that live military-grade ammunition was fired at some point by yet to be identified persons.The Executive Director of a UK-based forensic and ballistic company, Oxgene Consulting UK Ltd, Mr Willie-Harry says from the examination and research surrounding open-source imagery and news reporting along with the individual injuries and medical reports, live military-grade ammunition, may have been discharged at some point at the Lekki Toll Gate on 20th October 2020, after 21:00 hrs. He says it could possibly be aimed at the road surface in front of protesters, which ultimately caused the projectiles to ricochet resulting in the core breaking out of the jacket and hitting the majority of the victims in the lower limbs at much reduced kinetic energy but with enough energy to fracture the long bones without exiting the victims' bodies.
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On October 20, 2020, young Nigerians who were protesting police brutality were shot at by men in Nigerian military uniforms. Unarmed, peaceful citizens were massacred ( https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-54630592 ) at the Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos, southwest Nigeria. There are several reports with varying numbers of body counts, some said 12, some 10. But I am not interested in those numbers at all. I am not interested in how many were injured, because even if it is one person, it counts. What even counts more is the realisation that the Nigerian military will open fire on protesters, blank bullets or not. Nobody is safe, anywhere, that's what that tells you. And the moment that begins to sink in, you begin to realise all over again how bad a situation you are in as a citizen of this country. Recently, Mr. Macaroni and some others went out when the Lekki toll gate was to be reopened and he was arrested. Surprising right? No! I wasn't. I wasn't surprised at all. In fact, when I heard the news, I was like yea I knew that would happen for sure. If you stayed in this country long enough, you will know there was a 95% chance that will happen. And I don't blame people for going out still. There comes a time when you become numb to everything and you just don't care anymore. If you perish you perish! The reason why I'm ranting about this now, and not before is this; when the going gets tough, a lot of decisions are taken on impulse, in seconds. You may get killed, injured or beaten and so on, but it is not at that particular time really that you feel the consequences, the implications of what just happened. It takes time. It all begins to come back to you, plays and replays in your head multiple times, to the point where you find it hard to sleep at night. That's the essence of this episode. How has the Lekki toll gate shooting affected us as a nation? How have we been coping with all the half truths and lies, the tussle here and there, not to mention the denials, those responsible saying they are not and so on. Months down the line, have we asked how the parents of the families that were hurt are coping? How the injured are able to feed their families? How about the people that escaped unhurt, by bullets though, but have not been able to get over what happened that night? There are so many issues here, 1. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) – intrusive memories and distressing dreams I lived in Jos at a time, and during my stay witnessed several horrors, I witnessed someone getting killed in cold blood, stabbed over and over as people watched, silent, some in anger, some numb, some looking away and some shouting yes, good for him. Let me tell you, it has not left me since then, it is there, clear as day in my head even though its more than 11years ago. There was this other time it was so bad, I and my friends had to drop our mobile devices inside nylon bags like offering just for a driver going our way in the convoy of military men to take us out of Jos. We withdrew from ATM in Abuja enroute lokoja so we could get our phones back and inform our parents we were ok. When I got home eventually, sleep was far from me. Even a needle dropping on the floor could wake me, and this continued for months. Till date, when I take up any apartment or sleep in a hotel room, without knowing it I start looking and checking round for escape routes just in case. Just in case what?this is straight up PTSD! So, when I think about that and then reason with the Lekki toll gate survivors, I can literally feel what they are going through, then bring that full circle to what the concerned citizens of Nigeria are going through. Talk about the grief from families who lost loved ones, can that eventually lead to depression in some? It's the big question on everybody's minds. And when I say depression, I see a lot of people saying they are depressed, a lot of times, the word is wrongly used. Depression is a whole lot, has different levels to it medically. So each time a family who lost someone passes through that toll gate, what do you think will be on their minds?? The rush of emotions back and forth, I mean, I cannot even imagine. Don't even get me started on anxiety disorders, seeing someone carrying a gun at a check point and you are like I hope he won't use me for point and kill very soon and you start panicking so much you are covered with sweat. How about people who can't cope with all this naturally and are looking for other means? Do you know people may take solace in alcohol or some other form of substance abuse just to get past a day of sorrow, a day of regret, anger and sadness? All this could effectively cause several issues relating to · Loss of productivity at work leading to loss of means of livelihood. · Relationships between families could be torn apart, blame games here and there. · Relationships with outsides are also jeopardized. · The health and general wellbeing are diminished. · These can all lead to ailments and sicknesses which further plunge the individual into a hole they may not be able to climb out off. Who is responsible for all this? Has the government put in place any psychological support program to help people go through this? Let us assume, that the toll gate must be opened at all cost, how have we helped the citizens of Nigeria deal with this? I am aware of the mentally aware Nigeria initiative (MANI) and some other mental health institutions trying to help in this times, but they can't do it all, they still need help from a greater source who will provide resources and funding so a larger populace can be helped. What should you do if you realise you or someone else near you is experiencing issues relating to mental health? · Break your routine! Do something new, try to have fun, meet people, hang out and see if you get your mind off it. · Try to get enough sleep if you can, it helps. · Eat a healthy diet. · Always stay positive, keep a positive attitude to things. · Avoid alcohol and drugs at all cost · Listen to calm music · Get help! Don't ever think you can go through this alone, talk to somebody. It can be anybody, your friends, family and lastly if you don't feel relieved, talk to a psychologist or psychiatrist, and your journey begins from there. However, not everybody will cope, I do hope everybody will, but well, these things happen. It is our responsibility as individuals, as a nation, to help each other achieve a common goal, a healthy lifestyle, a healthy nation and ultimately, a healthy world.
Happy Valentine's Day/Weekend/Week from the lovely ladies of BBP! On this episode, we discuss the recent protests following the re-opening of the Lekki Toll Gate for commercial activity. As with the October 2020 protests, which led to the pause in commercial activities at the Lekki Toll Gate, the Nigerian government's handling of these recent protests seem to be tone deaf to the needs of the people the government aims to serve.
The original gang is back. In this episode, we speak on Valentine's day and people's shenanigans while playing the game “say it or shot it”. We also discuss the revamp of the #ENDSARS movement due to the potential opening of the toll gate and the gorilla glue hair incident. 0:00 > Podcast Intro 0:30 > Orginal gang is back. Banter. 03:50 > Reading Books (48 Laws of Power), Clubhouse & Living alone. 08:30 > Valentine's Day. 13:30 > PrettyBoy-DO Valentine's publicity. 16:45 > 30 Questions and drinking segment is announced. 18:20 > Valentine's Day playlist announced. 18:55 > #EndSARS protest, Segalink, Lekki Tollgate. 23:30 > Fela Kuti, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Wizkid FC 10v10. 27:45 > 30 Questions and drinking game begins. 29:00 > Silliest reason you've left the club early. 31:40 > Justice League trailer, superhero movies. 33:50 > DJ Cuppy and Israel DMW 36:15 Burkina Faso. 38:15 > Buhari is the best or drink. 42:05 > Gorilla Glue Woman. 47:05 > Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears. 48:50 > Lying, WiFi, Shower Song. 51:30 > Tobi feels good, multiple personalities (disorder) & Dissociative identity disorder (DID). 56:30 > Nike, Adidas, Never talk to each other, most money you've spent on a night out. 60:50 > Scratching plate with fork, teddy bears, favorite animal. 63:00 > Something mum doesn't know about you. 64:00 > Last night I had. 67:45 > First woman European president. Drake, Cheating, saying I love you. 68:45 > Strangest dream, delicacy, Tekno. Dreaming about past lovers, Twitter. 73:50 > Shoot yourself for $700,000,000, most illegal thing you've done. Wardrobe malfunction. 79:10 > Drunk-O-meter 79:50 > New songs dropping this week. 81:55 > The End.
On this episode, I talk about the lekki toll gate protest which took place 13th of February 2021. Also give an insight into what I believe could be an alternative approach to dealing with the Nigerian government. #Politics #RevolutionNow Music: Fela Kuti || Colonial Mentality
The police have launched a probe into allegations that people arrested on Saturday over the protest of the reopening of the Lekki Tollgate were molested.They warned that errant officials found to have violated the standard operating procedure would be punished.This comes as former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Sunday threw his weight behind the protesters at the Lekki Tollgate, stating that the 1999 Constitution as altered guarantees individuals’ rights to protest.This generated an outrage with lawyers and other activists excoriating the police for the alleged maltreatment of the protesters.However, Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Hakeem Odumosu, condemned the alleged inhuman treatment meted out on the protesters, saying it breached the standard operating procedure of the police.
The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Hakeem Odumosu, has condemned the molestation of arrested Lekki protesters and has ordered an immediate investigation into the matter.This follows the circulation of a viral video where some arrested #EndSARS protesters were being molested in a bus by some people after their arrest.The disclosure is contained in a press statement that was issued by the Lagos State Police Command and signed by its Public Relations Officer, CSP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, on Sunday, February 14, 2021.Adejobi in his statement said that the state police commissioner was disturbed by the unprofessional and inhuman act, and ordered the Deputy Commissioner of Police, State CID, Panti, Adejoke Fayoade, to analyze the video and bring to book those responsible.Adejobi in his statement said, ‘'The attention of the Lagos State Police Command has been drawn to a viral video where some arrested EndSARS protesters were being molested in a bus by some individuals after their arrest.‘'The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State, CP Hakeem Odumosu, who was piqued by this unprofessional and inhuman act, has ordered the Deputy Commissioner of Police, State CID, Panti, DCP Adegoke Fayoade, to analyze the video and bring to book whoever that must have been responsible for the act.''It noted that the command will fish out those responsible for the molestation and ensure they are punished for their unprofessional conduct.The Lagos State Police Commissioner further urged Lagos state residents to be law-abiding and maintain peace at all times as the police and other security agencies will not allow any violence and break down of law and order in any part of the state. The Lagos state police command arrested some #EndSARS protesters at the Lekki Tollgate on Saturday morning and moved into waiting black maria. The arrested protesters were later released on bail. The protesters said that the recent #OccupyLekkiTollgate protest was due to the decision of the Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry to allow the Lekki Concession Company [LCC] to reopen the Lekki tollgate without completing the investigation and prosecution of soldiers responsible for the shootings at the toll gate on October 20, 2020.
The Federal Government warned those planning a fresh protest at Lekki Toll Gate to shelve their plans as violent protests will not be tolerated.The Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed, who gave the warning while addressing journalists in Abuja, says every Nigerian has the freedom to protest but violence in the name of protests will not be condoned.Mohammed says based on Intelligence there are high chances that the protest which is planned to take place on February 13, 2021, at the Lekki Toll Gate will be hijacked by hoodlums.He also noted that the government is watching the roles being played by social media platforms on the planned protest and that security agencies have been placed on red alert to stop the violence.
Here's today's Big Hard Fact: Three months after the Lekki Tollgate Shootings, there are still no official findings. Who ordered the Army to the Lekki Tollgate, and what were their orders? #NigeriainfoHF | @SEzekwesili
Here's today's Big Hard Fact: Three months after the Lekki Tollgate Shootings, there are still no official findings. Who ordered the Army to the Lekki Tollgate, and what were their orders? #NigeriainfoHF | @SEzekwesili
Let's talk about the Police officers at the Lekki Tollgate today. Let's talk the Chief of Staff to the Abia Governor spraying money on a pastor, and getting suspended. And let's talk about Lagos-Ibadan Railway. N3000 per ticket. #NigeriainfoHF | @SEzekwesili
On the 20th of October 2020, at the Lekki tollgate the Nigerian army opened fire on innocent protesters who were protesting against police brutality and bad government in Nigeria. On that every day 12 innocent lives were lost, and many people injured due to the attack of the military. My colleagues and I decided to talk about it and make sure that the lives lost on that day are not forgotten. Thanks!
Nigeria, the native home of hosts Christine and Emily, is indescribably beautiful, overwhelmingly abundant, and rich in both talent and culture. However, as many of you well know, despite the beauty and the abundance, police brutality and harsh conditions have also plagued Nigeria for many, many years. Recently, these issues came to a head with the #EndSars movement. SARS, or the Special Anti-Robbery Squad, was created in Nigeria in 1992 and tasked with handling armed robberies, kidnappings, and other similar violent crimes. Rather than reducing crimes, instead, SARS officers themselves have inflicted the same crimes on Nigerian citizens as they have been tasked to prevent. Nigerian citizens, especially the Youth, have been arrested, tormented, harassed, and even killed for a number or trivial reasons, including but not limited to: their choice of clothing, their hairstyle, appearing to be “rich,” owning nice things, appearing to look like a “criminal,” owning technology, etc. In October 2020, the Youth decided to fight back by having peaceful protests all throughout Nigeria. The demand was simple: Freedom for all, peace and justice for all, and better pay, training, and psychological evaluations for officers. After two weeks, a curfew was put in place on October 20, 2020, and many protestors continued protesting at the Lekki Tollgate. While protesting, all lights in that area were turned off and in the pitch darkness, the army arrived and started shooting the unarmed, peaceful civilians. Many were injured and many were killed. The Nigerian government has only recently acknowledged their role in this heinous act, and the actual count of those affected by this incident is still a mystery. Though we are just releasing this episode in November 2020, we actually recorded this a mere 5 days after the Lekki Tollgate Massacre. Our hearts go out to our brothers and sisters in Nigeria. You shouldn't have had to risk your life to fight for your right to live. For more information about the #EndSars movement, please visit: https://endsars.carrd.co --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inprogresspod/message
Have you been following the Judicial Panel of Inquiry? Here's today's #BigHardFact: Brigadier-General Ahmed Taiwo, testified at the Lagos Judicial Panel of Inquiry, that some of the soldiers at the Lekki Tollgate had live ammunition.
In this episode, Ponsah Fanap, Opeyemi Akinyode discussed about the state of the nation with Valentine Adese of Reality Newspaper. The focus was on the reactions of the Nigerian government on the investigative report released by CNN on the Lekki Toll Gate killings. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-fm-podcast/message
What do we know about what led up to the night of Tuesday, October 20, 2020 at Lekki Toll Gate and what are the implications of the investigation that is currently ongoing? This episode was made by: Rahmat Muhammad, Alexandra Gekpe, Anthonieta Kalunta, Richard Anyebe, John Iwodi, Abubakar Abdullahi Sadiq, Dominic Tabakaji and Sam Tabakaji. Special thanks to: Stanley Bentu, Mala Iwa Gbado Ikaleku, and Rabia Hadejia. Copyright (c) 2020 Triple-E Media Productions. All rights reserved. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebackstoryng/support
protesters. And then, let's talk about CNN's report about the Lekki Toll Gate shootings Let's talk about clashes between Okada riders and Police and Task Force here in Lagos. Then, let's talk about the family of a slain Policeman claiming his colleagues killed him, not #EndSARS
Here's today's #BigHardFact: The Federal High Court has previously ruled that Police Permits are not needed for protests, since peaceful protests are guaranteed by the Constitutional right to Freedom Of Assembly. Four weeks after the Lekki Tollgate Shooting, what's new?
Let's talk about Government letting Dangote Cement move trucks across the closed border. Then let's talk about Southeast leaders praising the President's handling of EndSARS. And then, let's talk about the Army saying it only fired blanks the Lekki Tollgate.
A lot has been going on in Nigeria. For those who are unaware, over the past couple of weeks, (beginning on the 3rd of October 2020) there were renewed #EndSARS protests calling for the end of the Special Anti Robbery Squad, popularly known as SARS, which has been implicated in numerous extrajudicial killings, extortion, rape, torture and abuse of Nigerians. Lots of Nigerians, from various walks of life, inside and outside the country, young and old, supported the #EndSARS protests. Unfortunately, on the 20th of October 2020, a number of unarmed and peaceful protesters demonstrating at the Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos were killed and injured by some members of the Nigerian Armed forces after the governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, imposed a curfew to address the issue of people with sinister motives disrupting the protests, causing chaos and destruction in the city. Nigerians continue to demand for justice and accountability. Joining us to discuss the youth-led #EndSARS protests, artist activism, mental health and more is Nigerian music and advertising creative Dusten Anyasie, popularly known as D-Truce.
In today's episode my guests, two Nigerian youth, Chinyere Ugwu and Chikere Asogwa, discuss the #EndSARS protest and the tragic Lekki Tollgate shooting that occurred in Lagos state on October 20th. My guests live in Nigeria and share their experiences of the protest, debunking untruths and correcting the false narrative about protesters. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Instagram at Unfiltered Real Talk Podcast. Follow on Twitter at RealTalk_Ije. Subscribe and listen on all major podcast platforms including on YouTube. We would love to hear from you about the podcast so leave your feedback and rating directly on the podcast and also leave a comment on social media. You may also contact us by email at unfilteredrealtalk@gmail.com with your contribution or sponsorship. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unfilteredrealtalk/message
On this episode we joined forces with Weyinmi Eyesan of (On the Gist With Weyinmi Podcast) to amplify our voices for the ENDSARS movement. Here we discussed the succession of events that happened after the LEKKI MASSACRE(where peaceful and unarmed protesters were shot at the Lekki Toll Gate in Lekki, Lagos Nigeria) on the 20-10-2020. The Question we keep asking is WHO ORDERED THE SHOOTING? We will never forget. Listen and enjoy. #EndSars #EndSwat #EndBadGovernance #EndPoliceBrutality #SayNoToSocialMediaBill Excerpt: Arise TV Music: Epidemic Music PS: We do not own any right to the excerpts used in this episode. Follow #Letterstoboys on Twitter, Instagram (@letters_2_boys everywhere)! And send any questions or feedback you have to writeletterstoboys@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/letters-to-boyz/message
On the 20th of October 2020 armed men, in military garb opened fire, shooting peaceful protesters who were sat singing their national anthem at the Lekki Tollgate in Lagos. This was an abrupt end to the two-week-long peaceful protest seeking for an end to police brutality in the nation of Nigeria. That night hundreds of thousands of people worldwide watched the carnage ensue on an Instagram live feed provided by @djswitch who was broadcasting from the scene of the incident. Several people watched as people were shot injured, bleeding and one gentleman receiving a failed attempt at CPR. So many have been heartbroken and dealing with trauma. On this episode we are joined by Aanu Jide Ojo to discuss managing personal and inter generational trauma You can follow her on Instagram https://instagram.com/helloaanu?igshid=xpvo9dqvdkfb Say hello to us on Instagram https://instagram.com/taboodoctor?igshid=manclva8dg3r Say hello to us via email | hello@taboodoctor.com
On Oct 20th, 2020 peaceful protesters at the Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos, Nigeria were ambushed and many were killed. Iyamide has a riveting conversation with a survivor of the Lekki Tollgate Massacre where he takes us through the events of that day and the aftermath.
In this episode of By Any Means Necessary, hosts Sean Blackmon and Jacquie Luqman are joined by investigative journalist Greg Palast to discuss his new book "How Trump Stole 2020," the continuing epidemic of voter suppression targeting poor and oppressed communities, and why the return of "Jim Crow trickery" is no surprise in a electoral system steeped in systemic racism.In the second segment, Sean and Jacquie are joined by Amzat Boukari-Yabara, historian and author of "Africa Unite!", to talk about the recent killing of anti-police brutality protesters at the Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos, Nigeria, the role of the notorious SARS unit in provoking ongoing street-based and online resistance, and why current social conditions show Nigeria is in a kind of "pre-revolutionary moment."In the third segment, Sean and Jacquie are joined by technologist Chris Garaffa, to discuss a new anti-trust lawsuit brought against Google and Apple, the deeply troubling conspiracy it alleges between increasingly powerful Big Tech companies, and the new "deepfake" bot pumping out fabricated nude photos of real people.Later in the show, Sean and Jacquie are joined by Esther Iverem, artist, author and independent journalist, host and producer of "On The Ground: Voices of Resistance from the Nation's Capital" on Pacifica Radio, to talk about the latest racist comments from the Trump administration, the seemingly-inevitable confirmation of right-wing Judge Amey Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court, and why attempts to sabotage the longstanding solidarity links between Black people in the US and Palestinians resisting racist state violence seem unlikely to succeed.
Let's talk about “palliatives”. People have been finding warehouses FULL of COVID-19 relief packages all over Nigeria. Then, the reason why the President has NOT discussed the Lekki Toll Gate shootings. And then, Lagos State Government arresting over 200 suspects for vandalism.
Femi Falana, human rights lawyer, on Monday said his group, the Alliance on Surviving COVID-19 And Beyond (ASCAB), has commenced investigation into last Tuesday shootings of protesters at the Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos.Falana, said ASCAB has so far identified the barracks where the soldiers who opened fire on protesters were deployed from.He made this known on Monday in an interview with Arise TV.Some soldiers had shot and killed some unarmed End SARS protesters seated at the Lekki toll gate in Lagos State.Falana, who insisted that soldiers were deployed to the demonstration ground last Tuesday, said, “We have already identified the barracks where the soldiers left for Lekki, we have already identified the barracks.”He, however, did not disclose the details of the barracks.Falana added, “The President was likely to have been told soldiers were ordered so I want to believe that's why it was not addressed. They said it was a rumour but I think the facts are emerging now, that indeed soldiers went to Lekki, indeed they fired at protesters and indeed some of the protesters at least two have been officially acknowledged to have died from gunshot wounds.”He also pointed finger at the Federal Government for lacking respect for the rule of law and citizens' rights to protest.He said, “The Nigerian government has no respect for the rule of law and has ensured they stave off all forms of protests in the country.“Every designated venue for protest in the country have been fenced by the government to prevent demonstrations.“In Lagos, the Gani Fawehinmin Square has been fenced while the Unity Fountain in Abuja has also been fenced, and the same government has said citizens have the right to protest.”Tuesday night attack has been condemned by both local and international human rights organisations and personalities. At least 12 people are said to have been killed and 28 others injured.
In this segment of By Any Means Necessary, hosts Sean Blackmon and Jacquie Luqman are joined by Amzat Boukari-Yabara, historian and author of "Africa Unite!", to talk about the recent killing of anti-police brutality protesters at the Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos, Nigeria, the role of the notorious SARS unit in provoking ongoing street-based and online resistance, and why current social conditions show Nigeria is in a kind of "pre-revolutionary moment."
We cover the latest development between Tory and Meg, as Tory drops an Instagram tentatively alluding to the night of the shooting. We also learn more about #ENDSARS protests, and the tragic Lekki Toll Gate massacre in Nigeria. Biden and Trump go head to head in the final presidential debate before the 2020 election. As always, we end off with some crazy dilemmas and even crazier advice. Tune in to hear it all! Youtube: BT smalltalk For business enquiries please email – btsmalltalk@outlook.com
On October 20th 2020, the Nigerian army opened fire on unarmed peaceful protesters at the Lekki Toll Gate. Despite eye witnesses and an overwhelming amount of video evidence, the Nigerian army have denied the attack. President Buhari when addressing the nation 48hrs after the attack failed to even acknowledge it happened. On this episode, Nicole Asinugo speaks to writer and poet, Ijeoma Umebinyuo about the failure of the country in contrast to the strength and hope of the Nigerian youth. #ENDSARS
Craig Mitch and Nic Dream welcomed presenter and comedian Arnold Jorge aka A Squeezy to the pod. They got straight into it speaking on the recent EndSARS movement and the shooting at Lekki Toll Gate. They also discussed the backlash Beyonce received and if it was justified, Marcus Rashford battling the government over free school meals and much more...@craigxmitch@nicdream@arnoldjorge_@doubledownpodcast
Bants, updates from around the football world! Champions League and Europa League, upsets and drubbings, and a Tribute to victims of the #LekkiMassacre at the Lekki Tollgate in Lekki, Lagos Nigeria on the 20th of October 2020 by the Nigerian Military. Who also denied a glaring genocide along with Nigeria's President who acted Naive and didn't mention it in a 12 min address to the Nation. We see you guys, your deaths wouldn't be in Vain. #NigeriaPrevails #EndSarsNow #EndPoliceBrutality
On the 20th of October, the Nigerian government sent out the army to attack peaceful protesters at Lekki Toll Gate. As Nigerians and human beings period, we are in shock horror that our own leaders have decided that the best course of action following the #EndSARS protests was to exterminate those they swore to protect. The Green Passport Team share their thoughts on the tragedy. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To donate / volunteer / request aid: - https://linktr.ee/EndSARSResponseUnit - https://feministcoalition2020.com/ To educate yourself on the #EndSARS protests: - https://youtu.be/Y3D6S_tG7qQ Why you should not sign petitions imposing sanctions: - http://hoodcommunist.org/2020/03/26/sanctions-kill-the-devastating-cost-of-sanctions/ An actual petition worth signing: https://www.change.org/p/international-criminal-court-petition-for-president-buhari-to-be-charged-before-the-icc-for-crimes-against-humanity?recruiter=679019894&utm_source=share_petition&utm_campaign=psf_combo_share_initial&utm_medium=whatsapp&utm_content=washarecopy_25377375_en-GB%3A0&recruited_by_id=961ed7f0-ee10-11e6-b25d-e176849b6c03 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/green-passport/support
Hosts Mofi and Tiese discuss the movement to #ENDSARS. Trigger Warning: Sensitive Content - Violence, Murder. Over the last two weeks, there have been protests against police brutality committed by a special unit of the Nigerian Police Force called the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS). In response to peaceful protests, the Nigerian government unleashed even more violence on its citizens. On October 20, 2020, at least 12 protesters (according to Amnesty International) were murdered when the military opened fire on protesters at Lekki Toll Gate. May their souls Rest In Peace. We are angry, and sad, and we demand answers. The government must be held accountable for its crimes against humanity. For its atrocities. In this episode, we reflect on everything that has happened and is happening. In the midst of the violence, there is hope, there is care, there is love. It has been heartwarming to see how In this time Nigerians showed up (and continue to show up) to help their fellow citizen, creating structures to provide mutual aid and looking after one another. The government has done nothing to help us, and instead find ways to harm us, so we must help ourselves. If you are a Nigerian in diaspora or a non-Nigerian wondering how you can help, please see below for resources: Thank you for listening. Stay Informed on Twitter or IG via: Feminist Co Republic Journal The Femme Mag Kiki Mordi Jola FK Abudu Mochievous Vincent Desmond Yagazie Emezi Salem King Zikoko EndSARS response Donate to a safe housing initiative for Queer Nigerian Protesters: @safehquseng on Instagram. Share share share, amplify the messages of Nigerians protesting on the ground and online to #ENDSARS
On the 20th of October, military men opened fire on unarmed Protesters who were having a peaceful sit-in at the Lekki Toll Gate. This episode discusses events that transpired before the massacre that happened...
The Full Text:1. I woke up this morning and did the unusual: I called to speak to all my adult children.2. I did so because I wanted to be sure that they are safe. I also wanted to be assured that the event of yesterday was a nightmare.3. But it was real. This is our new normal. As I speak, many parents and homes are in mourning. Their children, mowed down in their prime by a needless show of force by security forces that were supposed to be protecting them.4. For over a week, our young people have been trying to draw our attention to their grievances, by way of the #EndSARS movement.5. Sadly, it reached a violent crescendo yesterday, with the unprovoked killing of unarmed and peaceful protesters, even while they demonstrated their patriotism by singing the National Anthem.6. I am heartbroken at this turn of events and deeply condole with the families of the victims. I feel their pains and the pains of the injured and maimed.7. There are reports of hospitals refusing to treat the injured from this horrendous incident. I urge all hospitals, private and public, to prioritise the Hippocratic oath and treat every and all of the injured. To save their lives is a task that must be prioritised.8. I call on our armed forces to show restraint. No more lives must be lost. Absolutely none. We must face our common enemies, not our brothers and sisters. And our foes are the terrorists and insurgents, who seek to end the Nigerian way of life.9. Finally, I urge President Muhammadu Buhari to speak to the nation, even as he speedily implements the demands laid out by our young compatriots.10. May God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.11. Thank you.
The military has been asked to immediately release the identity of soldiers that murdered the protesters at Lekki Toll Gate, Lagos State on Tuesday night.The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) made the call while condemning the shooting of #EndSARS protesters by soldiers in LekkiPresident of NBA, Olumide Akpata, in a statement, said“The Military High command is hereby requested to immediately identify and name the officers involved in this gross professional misconduct for immediate prosecution and dismissal in line with extant laws,” Akpata said.“The NBA shall immediately commence legal proceedings at all relevant fora– both locally and internationally – against the Nigerian Military and other relevant authorities, on behalf of the families of the victims, for abuse of power, disregard of rules of engagement and the infringement of the fundamental rights (including the right to life) of the affected citizens.”.Akpata pointed out that even if the protesters were in breach of the Lagos government's curfew, such offense did not warrant the use of live ammunition by the military.“The NBA believes that the current situation in the country calls for dynamic leadership and, as critical stakeholders in the Nigerian project, invites the President of Nigeria and others in authority to show uncommon leadership in saving the situation, instead of deploying troops against defenceless citizens whom they swore an oath to protect,” the NBA president said.
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