The 2021 EndSARS memorial protest Was a protest carried out by Nigerians and End SARS activist to mark the one year anniversary of the Lekki toll gate shooting which took place on 20 October, 2020.[1][2][3]
| End SARS memorial protest | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Part of End SARS | |||
| Date | 20 October 2021 | ||
| Location | Nigeria | ||
| Caused by | 2020 Lekki shooting and lack of freedom of expression | ||
| Methods | Protest, demonstrations, online activism, civil disobedience, marches | ||
| Status | Ongoing | ||
| Parties | |||
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| Casualties | |||
| Arrested | 2 | ||
| Official website | |||
Background
editAfter the aftermath of End SARS protest, End SARS activists announced that there would be a memorial to mark the Lekki Shootings.[4] On 19 October 2021, Mr Macaroni and Falz announced that the protest will be carried out by cars in accordance to the message by the police force, which prohibited any form of protest.[5][6]
Protest
editLagos State
editOn 19 October, it was reported that troops of security operatives were all positioned at the toll gate to ensure that no protest would be held on 20 October.[7]
On 20 October, protesters gathered mainly at the Lekki Toll Gate at as early as 6 AM inside their cars, trucks and buses. Some waved the Nigerian flag while shouting "End SARS" and "End Bad Government". It was also reported that some protesters who moved on feet were arrested.[8]
At about 2 PM, tear gas was shot at protesters which caused some of them to leave the scene leaving their cars and other items behind.[8]
Falz and Mr Macaroni joined the protesters, who continued their protest. An Uber driver was reported to be brutalized by the police and 2 journalists were allegedly arrested.[9][10][11]
Abuja
editProtesters gathered at the Unity Fountains, Maitama to hold a peaceful protest. Protesters moved on foot shouting "End SARS" until they were dispersed by police men.[8]
It was also reported that protesters against End SARS were seen carrying place cards with inscriptions that the Lekki toll gate shooting was a hoax.[8]
At about 4 PM, protesters returned to carry out the protest.[12][13][14]
Portharcourt
editIn Porthacourt, protesters took to the streets at about 5 pm organizing a candle light procession.[8]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "Nigerian Police Arrest Protesters at End SARS Memorial in Lekki". The NATIVE. 2021-10-20. Retrieved 2021-10-20.
- ^ "Lagos Panel Ends Sitting Two Days To #EndSARS Memorial Protest". Sahara Reporters. 2021-10-18. Retrieved 2021-10-20.
- ^ "#EndSARS: 'We were shot, SARS still working', Lagos protesters insist". Punch Newspapers. 2021-10-20. Retrieved 2021-10-20.
- ^ BellaNaija.com (2021-10-19). "October 20, 2020: Get the Details of the #EndSARS Memorial Car Procession Happening Tomorrow". BellaNaija. Retrieved 2021-10-20.
- ^ "EndSARS memorial: There'll be a procession at Lekki tollgate, says Falz". Daily Trust. 2021-10-19. Retrieved 2021-10-20.
- ^ "#EndSARS: Tension in Lagos over one year memorial". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 2021-10-20. Retrieved 2021-10-20.
- ^ "End SARS.Memorial". Cable.ng. 19 October 2021. Archived from the original on 2021-10-19. Retrieved 2021-10-20.
- ^ a b c d e "2021 End SARS Memorial". BBC News Pidgin. Archived from the original on 2021-10-20. Retrieved 2021-10-20.
- ^ "Police Make Arrest at End SARS Memorial". BBC Pidgin. Retrieved 2021-10-20.
- ^ "#EndSARS Memorial: 'Uber Driver' Brutalised at Lekki Toll Gate (Watch)". Arise News. 2021-10-20. Retrieved 2021-10-20.
- ^ "BREAKING: Mr Macaroni, Falz lead Lekki toll gate #ENDSARS memorial protest". The Nation Newspaper. 2021-10-20. Retrieved 2021-10-20.
- ^ "PICTORIAL: #EndSARS memorial protest begins at Unity Fountain, Abuja". Punch Newspapers. 2021-10-20. Retrieved 2021-10-20.
- ^ "Young Nigerians hit streets of Lagos, Abuja for #EndSARS memorial". Pulse Nigeria. 2021-10-20. Retrieved 2021-10-20.
- ^ Chris (2021-10-20). "#EndSARS Memorial Rallies Hit Abuja". Leadership News - Nigeria News, Breaking News, Politics and more. Retrieved 2021-10-20.