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How to continue support for the End SARS movement in Nigeria
Oct 29, 2020
Black Lives Matter protests across the world have shone a light on police brutality – mostly in the west, but also more recently in Nigeria .
There, the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) has come under the spotlight after years of violence against citizens.
The Nigerian government announced that arm of the Nigerian Police Force would be disbanded in reaction to weeks of protest and unrest. However, it’s the fourth time such a promise has been made, with little actually being done to make it happen.
Protesters on the ground say the announcement that SARS is now defunct is a hollow victory for Nigerians as police continue their violence against citizens.
People are still out on the streets fighting for reform. However, police continue to use water cannons, tear gas and live ammunition on crowds.
Last week, members of the Nigerian Police Force opened fire on peaceful End SARS protesters at the Lekki toll gate in Lagos State where 46 were confirmed dead. Since protests began, 56 people have died, with many others injured or missing.
So, what is there to know and how exactly can you help?
What is SARS and why was it started?
The Special Anti-Robbery Squad was conceived in 1992 and has been criticised since its inception.
It was founded as one of the 14 units in the Force Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department, which was established to detain, investigate, and prosecute people involved in crimes like armed robbery, kidnapping, and other violent crimes.
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