Dr Goodluck Jonathan, a former President of Nigeria, has warned the police to stop the habit of killing protesters.
The former President who expressed sadness over the death of #EndSARS protesters, issued a serious warning to the Nigeria Police Force to stop killing citizens.
He told the Police to exercise caution while dealing with demonstrators. The former Nigerian leader issued the statement Tuesday night.
There have been at least 6 fatalities since last the protest against police brutality broke out on Saturday.
Jonathan noted that the desire of everyone is for a better Nigeria.
He insisted that no Nigerian blood needs to be spilled or life lost during a peaceful protest.
“We may hold different views on national issues, but there is no doubt that most people desire the same thing for Nigeria.
“A place where we can all live out the full potential of our God-given abilities I implore everyone to exercise restraint as we walk through these challenging times”, Jonathan tweeted.
No Nigerian blood needs to be spilled or life lost during a peaceful protest that seeks to advance our country. We may hold different views on national issues, but there is no doubt that most people desire the same thing for Nigeria:
— Goodluck E. Jonathan (@GEJonathan) October 13, 2020
…a place where we can all live out the full potential of our God-given abilities. I implore everyone to exercise restraint as we walk through these challenging times.
– GEJ— Goodluck E. Jonathan (@GEJonathan) October 13, 2020