Protests: Atiku Warns Military Chiefs, Commanders

Atiku cautions the military against using Lethal Weapons on peaceful Protesters….

Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has cautioned the military authorities on the consequences of authorizing lethal force against peaceful civilian protesters.

In a statement on his official X handle, he emphasized that the right to protest is enshrined in Nigeria’s supreme law and supported by the judiciary, adding that the military will be held accountable for infringing on the fundamental human rights of the people.

Atiku tweeted, “I wish to convey a stern caution to the distinguished service chiefs and military commanders of Nigeria’s armed forces that those who authorise the use of lethal force against peaceful civilian protesters will be held responsible for committing crimes against humanity, even in the years following their retirement from service.”

” The constitutional right to engage in protest is firmly established within our supreme law and reinforced by the judiciary. It is the solemn duty of the government and security agencies to ensure a safe and protected environment for individuals exercising their right to peaceful protest,” Atiku said.

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GWG.ng reports that scores of protesters have been shot dead by Nigeria’s security forces, during the #EndBadGovernance protest which began on August 1, raising questions on the right to safely protest as enshrined in the constitution of the nation.

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