#EndSARS Anniversary: No gathering will be tolerated at Lekki Toll Gate - Lagos Police

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The Lagos State Police Command has banned any gathering at the tollgate in the Lekki area aimed at marking the third anniversary of #EndSARS protests on Friday, October 20, 2023.

The police issued the warning amidst plans by some activists, including popular comedian Adebowale David, popularly known as Mr. Macaroni, to mark the occasion with a peaceful walk.

Mr. Macaroni had indicated that he will be participating in the peaceful walk to honour those who lost their lives on October 20, 2020, during the #EndSARS protests.

He tweeted on Thursday, “3 Years now!!! We will Never Forget!!! #EndSars!!!! We will be walking peacefully to honor all those who lost their lives on 20/10/2020!!! We also walk for all those who have lost their lives as a result of police brutality in Nigeria!!! We walk in peace!!! We will never forget!”

But a statement by Lagos State police spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, stated on Thursday that no gathering or convergence whatsoever would be allowed anywhere around the toll gate.

“Buses at/by Oriental Hotel suggests stopping/waiting of buses and gathering of passengers. For the avoidance of doubt, no gathering/convergence whatsoever would be allowed anywhere around the toll gate,” Hundeyin said.

Hundeyin, however, added that the police would be fully on the ground to ensure security for all persons participating in a peaceful walk, as long as they are not obstructing traffic.