SAN FRANCISCO, October 13, (THEWILL) – American music superstar, Kanye West, has joined the #EndSARS campaign to end police brutality, extrajudicial killings and abuse as well as criminality in Nigeria.
Street protests, which entered day 5 today, have virtually brought activities to a halt in several Nigerian cities. The protesters are demanding the dissolution of the notorious police special unit, the special anti-robbery squad (SARS).
The music star and fashion mogul took to his Twitter handle on Monday to give his support to the protesters.
“I stand with my Nigerian brothers and sisters to end police brutality, the government must answer to the people’s cries #EndPoliceBrutalityinNigeria”, he tweeted.
Although the Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, has disbanded the police unit, SARS and President Buhari has disclosed that the government would prosecute erring police officers but that has not stopped protesters from protesting.
The protesters are calling for a thorough investigation and prosecution of all officers found culpable of murders and assaults. They also want a complete police reform.
At least six people have died and many injured in the ongoing protest.
About the Author
