United States Presidential hopeful, and former Vice President of the US, Joe Biden has cautioned the President of Nigeria, Muhamadu Buhari to put an end to the violent crackdown on protestors.
Mr Biden’s statement came hours after the unfortunate incident of Nigerian army operatives opening fire on unarmed protestors at the Lekki tollgate in Lagos, killing a reported 49 persons and injuring several others.
The Statement read,
“I urge President Buhari and the Nigerian military to cease the violent crackdown on protesters in Nigeria, which has already resulted in several deaths. My heart goes out to all those who have lost a loved one in the violence.
“The United States must stand with Nigerians who are peacefully demonstrating for police reform and seeking an end to corruption in their democracy.
“I encourage the government to engage in a good-faith dialogue with civil society to address these long-standing grievances and work together for a more just and inclusive Nigeria”
Source: GhanaFeed.Com