Endsars police force dismiss five accused officers
You're referring to the recent development in Nigeria!
Yes, it's true. The Nigerian Police Force has dismissed five police officers accused of being involved in the Lekki tollgate shooting during the #EndSARS protests in October 2020.
The officers were dismissed after an investigation by the Police Service Commission (PSC) found them guilty of using excessive force and violating human rights during the protests.
The PSC, in a statement, said the officers were dismissed for "unprofessional conduct, disobedience to lawful orders, and violation of human rights" during the Lekki tollgate shooting, which resulted in the death of several protesters and injuries to many others.
The dismissed officers are:
- Inspector Olabisi Adeoye
- Inspector Gbenga Longe
- Inspector Ogunyemi Olalekan
- Inspector Idowu Oluwasegun
- Sergeant Lucky Akigbe
The dismissal of these officers is a significant step towards accountability and justice for the victims of the Lekki tollgate shooting and their families. It also sends a strong message that the Nigerian Police Force is committed to upholding the rights of citizens and ensuring that officers who violate human rights are held accountable.
However, many Nigerians are still calling for more action to be taken, including the prosecution of those responsible for the shooting and the provision of compensation to the victims and their families.