Atiku Abubakar Demands Justice for Lekki Shooting Victims

On the sixth anniversary of the #EndSARS protests, Atiku Abubakar, the former Vice-President and presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, called for justice regarding the October 20, 2020, Lekki Toll Gate shootings. He emphasized that Nigerians must not forget the victims or allow the unanswered questions to fade.

Atiku questioned why the government has not provided clear answers about the circumstances of the shootings, particularly who authorized the use of force against protesters. He criticized the ruling All Progressives Congress for failing to address these concerns during its six years in power.

Atiku also connected the unresolved incident to the economic difficulties faced by young Nigerians, citing rising fuel prices and declining purchasing power. He mentioned a young woman who resigned due to her salary not covering transportation costs.

Atiku proposed an Economic Recovery Plan aimed at addressing these challenges through support linked to domestically refined fuel and increased local production.