Tosin Olatokunbo
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has disclosed that he has no control over soldiers few hours after men of the Nigerian Army shot and killed EndSARS protesters in Lekki, Lagos state.
“No sitting governor controls the rules of engagement of the military. I have, nonetheless, instructed an investigation into the adopted rules of engagement employed by the officers of the Nigerian Army that were deployed to the Lekki Toll Gate last night,” the governor said in a broadcast to the people of the state.
The governor said while Addressing Lagosians on Wednesday, that he has visited the hospitals and mortuaries in the state to check on victims, and no fatality so far.
“I have been engaging the #EndSARS protesters since Monday, I declared my affinity with their crusade against all forms of police brutality.We are comforted that we have not recorded any fatality against the widespread claims in circulation on social media.
He, however, appealed to residents to remain calm as the government is trying to contain the violence.
He said “In the mood of the nation at this time, I have directed further that we have an immediate suspension of all state activities for the next three days except those that are connected with the governance of security in the state and the management of the current issue.
“I’ve also directed that at all public buildings, we will lower the flag for the next three days as a mark of solidarity for the protest.”
Sanwo-Olu apologised for all that has happened and urged Lagosians to keep faith that the state will rise again.
“I am for you, I am with you, I feel the pain and I understand that you are not happy with the turn of events last night,” he said.
