The Massacre that has scarred the history of Nigeria

For the past 12 days, the END SARS(Special anti robbery squad) movement, in Various states of Nigeria has undergone a lot of struggles, from the Alleged sponsored thugs, to the prison break out, all these were suspected to have been done in order to irritate the protests into resulting in violence.

The citizens and youths of the country had appealed to the government to disband SARS as there were many reports of the unit, murdering innocent youths, peaceful protests have been held in over 90 states. Despite all the difficulties.

It was not until Tuesday 20th October 2020, a day that has been declared BLACK TUESDAY that Nigeria faced it's worst crisis, THE LEKKI MASSCRE. Videos have gone viral, where peaceful protesters,singing the national anthem were gunned down by what looked like The army, at lekki tollgate,lagos Nigeria. the Massacre began shortly after Lagos state's Governor, Mr Sanwo olu Declared a 24- hour curfew.

The events of Tuesday 20th October 2020, has taken a huge toll on us, there will always be unanswered questions and painful scars left fresh, the events of that day, will forever be engraved in our memories.

  Viral videos clearly showed the protesters being shot down by people who have been allegedly identified as military officers, who uyilized armour trucks, what has enraged Nigerians was the fact that the streets lights and CCtv camera's were turned off, while the masscre carried on.

    Social media has gone in flames as people are filled with sorrow and pain, each demanding justice for the dead, witnesses claim that over 50  people have died, the lekki tuesday massacre has become a national Crisis

   Few hours Later after the massacre, the Governor of lagos state,Mr Sanwo olu, while he addressed the state, Expressed his displeasure and sadness on the events that had taken place, Giving an update t he said ;

“I’ve just concluded visits to hospitals with victims of this unfortunate shooting incident at Lekki.”

“It has taken me this long to make a statement because I have to prioritize the welfare of the victims of this very sad incident.

“There are currently 10 patients at the Gen Hospital, 11 at Reddington and 4 at Vedic; with mild to moderate levels of injuries while 2 are receiving intensive medical care. 3 patients have been discharged & we will continue to monitor and ensure all patients get the best care.”

    Soon after another 24-  curfew was declared in lagos state, Nigeria.

   Meanwhile, protests stir up in london, wanting justice for the dead protesters.

    The Citizens of Nigeria can only hope for a better nigeria and stay safe, as they await for the president to address them.