African Union 'strongly Condemns' Violence In Nigeria
Umer Jamshaid Published October 22, 2020 | 12:26 PM
The African Union Commission chairman on Thursday strongly condemned deadly violence in Nigeria's biggest city Lagos and called on all parties to "privilege dialogue"
Addis Ababa, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 22nd Oct, 2020 ) :The African Union Commission chairman on Thursday strongly condemned deadly violence in Nigeria's biggest city Lagos and called on all parties to "privilege dialogue".
Moussa Faki Mahamat "strongly condemns the violence that erupted on 20 October 2020 during protests in Lagos, Nigeria that has resulted in multiple deaths and injuries", his office said in a statement distributed Thursday morning.
"The Chairperson appeals to all political and social actors to reject the use of violence and respect human rights and the rule of law," the statement said.
Amnesty International said at least 12 people were killed by the Nigerian army and police in two locations in Lagos on Tuesday in a deadly crackdown on demonstrations spurred by police brutality and deep-rooted social grievances.
At least 56 people have died across the country since the protests began on October 8, with about 38 killed nationwide on Tuesday alone, according to Amnesty.
Human Rights Watch also corroborated reports that the Nigerian army had opened fire on protesters Tuesday in "a shooting spree".
The use of lethal force by security forces drew international condemnation, with the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet saying reports suggested it could have been premeditated.
The Nigerian army has on Twitter called reports of soldiers firing on protesters "fake news".
Faki's statement Thursday did not specifically denounce the security forces' actions.
It said he welcomed Nigeria's decision to disband the police's loathed Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS).
Anger over abuses committed by the unit erupted into widespread protests some two weeks ago that drew thousands into the streets.
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