In a statement attributed to the Spokesperson of the Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres, following recent developments in Nigeria, has called for an end to reported police brutality and abuses in Africa’s most populous country.
He condemned the violent escalation on 20 October in Lagos, which resulted in multiple deaths and caused many injuries.
The UN Boss expressed his condolences to the bereaved families and wished a speedy recovery to those injured. He called on the Nigerian authorities to investigate these incidents and hold the perpetrators accountable.
The Secretary-General urged the security forces to act at all times with maximum restraint while calling on protestors to demonstrate peacefully and to refrain from violence.
The Secretary-General encourages the authorities to swiftly explore avenues to de-escalate the situation. He reiterates the readiness of the United Nations to support national efforts towards finding a solution.
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