The United States Government has finally reacted to the EndSARS
Protest and killing of many Nigerian youths on tuesday.
United States of America’s Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo who
spoke unbelief of Donald Trump in a tweet also demanded the
prosecution of those involved in the shooting of unarmed protesters
at the Lekki toll plaza.
The United States strongly condemns incidents of military forces
firing on unarmed protestors in Lagos,” Mr. Pompeo said. “Those
involved should be held to account under the law. We extend our
condolences to the victims of the violence and their families.
#EndSARS“
The comments came as international bodies intensified pressure
on President Muhammadu Buhari to act quickly to resolve the
violence that recently broke out across the country.
Presidential candidate Joe Biden, former President Bill Clinton
and Hillary Clinton, as well as the EU, UK, Canada, are amongst
those who had earlier condemned the attacks and urged
peace.
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The full statement from the State Department read:
“The United States strongly condemns the use of excessive
force by military forces who fired on unarmed demonstrators in
Lagos, causing death and injury.
We welcome an immediate investigation into any use of
excessive force by members of the security forces. Those involved
should be held to account in accordance with Nigerian law.
“The right to peaceful assembly and freedom of expression
are essential human rights and core democratic principles.
“We call on the security services to show maximum restraint
and respect fundamental rights and for demonstrators to remain
peaceful. We extend our condolences to the victims of the violence
and their families.”
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