The United State (US) Government has condemned the shooting of #EndSARS protesters in Lekki area of Lagos by soldiers.
The US, in a statement issued by Secretary of State, Michael Pompeo on Thursday said the use of military on unarmed protesters was condemnable.
We welcome an immediate investigation into any use of excessive force by members of the security forces.
“Those involved should be held to account in accordance with Nigerian law,” Mr Pompeo said.
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He strongly condemned the use of excessive force by security agents against unarmed protesters in the country.
” The United States strongly condemns the use of excessive force by military forces who fired on unarmed demonstrators in Lagos, causing death and injury.”
He noted that peaceful assembly and freedom of expression are “essential human rights and core democratic principles” that should be respected by authorities.
He urged the security forces to exercise maximum restraint and “respect fundamental rights and for demonstrators to remain peaceful”.
“We extend our condolences to the victims of the violence and their families.
