The Governor of Edo state , Godwin Obaseki has reacted to to the attack on #EndSARS Protesters In Edo
GoldenNewsNg reports that the attack was confirmed by the Edo state governor and has instructed that the Edo State Police Command should henceforth protect the #EndSARS Protesters In Edo.
See his statement below:
Obaseki said: “I have just learnt that hoodlums have attacked #ENDSARS protesters, who have conducted themselves peacefully in Benin City. I extend condolences to the victims of the attacks, including those who lost their lives and others who were injured by the thugs.
“It is disheartening that anyone would attack a peaceful assembly of young people who are expressing genuine concerns over police brutality and intimidation in their own country.
“Thorough investigation would be conducted immediately to fish out the culprits of the attack on peaceful #EndSARS protesters in Benin City, and we would do all possible within the law to ensure those culpable are brought to justice.
“I hereby call on the Edo State Police Command to get out on the streets and provide adequate security for the protesters and ensure that no one is harassed in the course of exercising their rights.”
Source: GoldenNewsNg
