[News] Protesters scamper for safety as police fire tear gas at the Lekki Toll Gate

Civilians who joined the End SARS memorial procession today, October 20, at the Lekki Toll Gate were dispersed as police fired tear gas at them.

 

The protesters are at the toll gate to mark the second anniversary of the shooting during the End SARS protests.

 

The Lekki Toll Gate shooting occurred on October 20, 2020, when soldiers opened fire on End SARS protesters who were calling for an end to police brutality.

 

The authorities have maintained that no one was killed but those who were at the toll gate insist people died and many were injured.

 

To mark the second anniversary of the shooting, civilians gathered at the toll gate for a memorial procession.

 

Shortly after they gathered, police fired tear gas to disperse them.

 

A video from the scene shows protesters scampering for safety.