Nigerians and Nigerian youths have had enough of the
excesses and atrocities committed by Special Anti-Robbery Squads (SARS). This
is an arm of the Nigerian police force, whose duty it is to protect lives and
properties, instead lives and properties are in danger on their watch. People
have been maimed, killed and even raped with impunity as there is no
accountability. #ENDSARSNOW is the new buzz word.
The protests have gathered momentum from state to state.
International and local celebrities have lended their voices, members of the
old guard like Area Fada, Charly Boy and Dede Mabiaku who never got their protests very far are in
full support. Members of the clergy and
people from all walks of life are showing support, and so is the Nigerian
community in the Diaspora.
This article is only the first part, sharing photos from
the different locations around the world where Nigerian are calling on the
international community to support the #ENDSARSNOW movement as the news from
the motherland is very encouraging.
The wind of change is blowing. From London, Paris, Germany, Manchester, the USA and beyond. Nigerians and
friends of Nigeria are singing from the same hymn sheet in support of the
protests. The show of solidarity, protection, maturity, proper organisation and
peace that have been displayed, is taking everyone by surprise. Nigerian youths
are not lazy at all. They have shown an amazing sense of control.
Maybe finally this time, we are onto something good. And
that dream of a better Nigeria is not so far off afterall. The sleeping giant
is slowly waking up to take her pride of place. Nigeria We Hail Thee.
Photo Credit: Mcee Cole, Cee Bee Gold, Nikki Badmus and
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