Nigeria: Sanwo-Olu Blames Shooting of Lekki Protesters On 'Forces Beyond His Control'

21 October 2020

The governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has blamed the shooting of peaceful protesters at the Lekki toll gate Tuesday evening by security agents believed to be soldiers on "forces beyond his control."

The governor, who said Tuesday evening was the toughest night of "our lives," said the shooting leaves dark notes in the history of the state.

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