#EndSars

Why are Nigerians protesting against police brutality? Well here are some facts that will shock you!  > The National Human Rights Commission in Nigeria found that in the first two weeks of the country’s coronavirus lockdown in March, more people died at the hands of the security forces than from COVID-19. > According to Amnesty Nigeria, there have been at least 82 cases of torture, ill-treatment and extrajudicial execution by the Special Anti-Robbery Squad within the Nigerian police force between January 2017 and May 2020. > At least 56 people have died across in Nigeria since the EndSars protests began. In multiple cases, the security forces have used excessive force in an attempt to control or stop the protests. This week we have a representative from the #EndSarsUK share her knowledge on the movement. Have a listen!