The Lekki tollgate massacre is one that will linger in the minds of many Nigerians for a very long period of time. Year in, year out, aggrieved Nigerians continue to mourn those who paid the ultimate sacrifice to bring an end to the brutality orchestrated by men of the Police Force.
Three years after that historic protest, the wounds are still very fresh in the minds of many throwing the entire country into a sober reflection of the events that unfolded.
To honour this fallen heroes, Nigerians have never failed in remembering them, in fact, they constantly remind the government that “they will never forget”.
Peaceful Walk
Now, Popular Nigerian Comedian and activist, Mr Macaroni has announced a peaceful walk to commemorate the third anniversary of the #EndSARS protest.
The 30-year-old made this known in an Instagram post on Thursday.
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He disclosed that the peaceful walk will honor victims of the October 20 protest at the Lekki toll gate in Lagos.
We Will Never Forget
Mr Macaroni wrote: “3 Years now!!! We will Never Forget!!!#EndSars!!!!
“There will a peaceful walk to honor all those who lost their lives on 20/10/2020!!!
“Also, we 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!”
Police Brutality
In October 2020, a public outcry for an end to police brutality, extrajudicial killings, extortion and abuse of power, especially by the officers of the defunct Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) kicked off.
The protest, which started off peacefully, led to the disbandment of SARS by the federal government of Nigeria.
However, the protest was brought to a stop on October 20 when officers of the Nigerian Army allegedly shot at the protesters, killing and injuring many.
