Bisina SomtoThree years have passed since a tragic incident unfolded at the Lekki Tollgate, where peaceful protesters seeking change were met with violence. In memory of the victims of police brutality and the #EndSARS protests that shook Nigeria in 2020, the nation’s celebrities have come together to honour their memory and demand justice.
Mr. Macaroni
Renowned actor and activist Mr. Macaroni played a pivotal role in organizing a peaceful walk to commemorate the Lekki Massacre victims on October 20, 2023. His social media post rallying support for the event expressed unwavering commitment:
“3 Years now!!! We will Never Forget!!! #EndSARS!!!! We will be walking peacefully to honour all those who lost their lives on 20/10/2020!!! We also walk for all those who have lost their lives as a result of police brutality in Nigeria!!! We walk in peace!!! We will never forget!” During the march, he passionately voiced the need for justice for the unreleased peaceful protesters arrested in 2020.
Rinu Oduala
Activist Rinu Oduala remained actively engaged on Twitter, honouring the victims of police brutality and persistently advocating for change. Her poignant message conveyed a resolute commitment: “We will remember protesters who were killed and continue to fight in the #EndSARS movement for as long as the police do not stop killing Nigerians.”
We will remember protesters who were killed and continue to fight in the #EndSARS movement for as long as the police do not stop killing Nigerians.
🎥: @theflagboii #LekkiMassacre pic.twitter.com/dWssRNjzud
— Rinu Oduala 🔥🔫 (@SavvyRinu) October 20, 2023
Ebuka Obi-Uchendu
Ebuka Obi-Uchendu took a moment to offer his prayers for the lives lost during the #EndSARS protests, saying, “May all the lives lost to the #EndSARS protests continue to rest in peace.”
May all the lives lost to the #EndSARS protests continue to rest in peace… 🕊
— Ebuka Obi-Uchendu (@Ebuka) October 20, 2023
Aisha Yesufu
Human rights activist Aisha Yesufu shared her thoughts on the enduring pain, remarking, “Sometimes one keeps doing all sorts of things not to remember the memories of the pain but it lurks in the background. #EndSARSMemorial #EndSARS.”
Sometimes one keep doing all sorts of things not to remember the memories of the pains but it lurks in the background #EndSARSMemorial #EndSARS
— Aisha Yesufu (@AishaYesufu) October 20, 2023
Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour
Labour Party Gubernatorial candidates, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour joined the chorus of voices demanding answers. He emphasized the need to identify the individuals responsible for ordering the attack on peaceful protesters: “20/10/2020 We remember, We still demand to know who gave the order. May the souls of our October heroes continue to rest in peace. We will get Justice.”
20/10/2020
We remember,
We still demand to know who gave the order.
May the souls of our October heroes continue to rest in peace.
We will get Justice.#EndSARS pic.twitter.com/FbKNOFLep2— Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour (@GRVlagos) October 20, 2023
Rita Dominic
Veteran Nollywood actress Rita Dominic offered her prayers and well wishes: “3 years gone / 20-10-2020 May the souls of all the patriots who lost their lives in search of a better Nigeria continue to rest in peace. Amen.”
3 years gone / 20-10-2020
May the soul of all the patriots who lost their lives in search of a better Nigeria continue to rest in peace. Amen #EndSARS 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/THZlEG3c4Z
— Rita Dominic (@ritaUdominic) October 20, 2023
As Nigeria reflects on the painful events of the #EndSARS protests three years ago, these prominent celebrities stand as a testament to the enduring commitment to justice and remembrance of those who lost their lives in the pursuit of a better, more just Nigeria. Their voices, together with many others, continue to echo the call for accountability and change.
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