Nigerian rapper and social activist, Folarin Falana, better known as Falz called out Lagos State governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on his Instagram platform for disrespecting victims of the Lekki Tollgate massacre by proposing a ‘Peace Walk’.
The 31-year-old rapper had earlier rejected the governor’s proposal to join him and other celebrities for the ‘peace walk’.
In a post shared via his Instagram page on Wednesday, December 1, 2021, the music star called out the governor over his planned trip.
Sharing a video of the Lagos State governor briefing newsmen, Falz wrote:
“Please tell your governor that there is no “March for peace” without justice. He is still trying to deny the massacre that happened. All the lives that were wiped away unjustly.”
“You set up a panel to investigate the matter. Panel don tell you say people die by the hands of soldiers and policemen wey una send. Una still no want no want do the right thing. And you’re here asking for a ‘peace march’ DISGRACEFUL.”
Lagos state governor, governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has addressed Lagosians via his social media page after a tour round Lagos to observe the level of destruction done by hoodlums , below is his speech;
We are Lagosians. We are known for our creativity, enterprising and can-do spirit. I am convinced that we will heal and rebuild our land. We have no other choice. It is our land and our home. We must do right by it.
Lagos will not burn. Not on my watch. Enough is enough. We want peace and we will get peace.
As shocking and sad as this situation is, we must come out of the ashes of destruction strong and with a determination that this unfortunate situation will not kill the spirit of Lagos.
We also visited the various hospitals today to check on the progress of victims that were brought in from events this week.
It was heartwarming to note that quite a number have been discharged. We have also indicated that we will be picking all the bills.
I will like to advise and implore citizens to resist the urge to instigate or incite people to violence especially on social media.
It is wrong to spread misinformation and create mass hysteria.
This is not the Lagos we know. I am the 15th governor of the state and Lagos has never witnessed this level of destruction. The oldest court in Nigeria was razed down. Many properties were completely destroyed. It is time to heal ourselves and time to heal Lagos.
Our beautiful city has seen a level of destruction almost akin to a war zone. It was a shocking and very sad spectacle. Our land took a beating and this hurts. Historical buildings, cultural centres, private malls, government holdings and private businesses were pillaged & burnt.
Lagos belongs to us all. No other state has this unique combination of people living in peace, harmony and progress so it saddened me when I went round for an on-the-spot assessment to ascertain the level of destruction to public assets and private properties.
Today, on our journey across Lagos, we paid respect to the ones we have lost. It was an emotional time for everyone, and we will find a way to remember them in the coming days.
The celebrity disc jockey,DJ Switch has shared her heartbreaking experience at Lekki toll gate, Lagos. She shared the story which was full of sad emotions on her Instagram page earlier today.
On Tuesday, 20th of October 2020 , there was a massacre at Lekki toll gate Lagos. The massacre was done by military men, which according to rumour were ordered by the president of Nigeria.
Unfortunately, so many peaceful #endsars protesters who are vibrant Nigerian youths were killed in cold blood while others were injured. However, those who were lucky to escape the bullets are still in a state of shock, this includes DJ Switch.
Below is the video clip in which the celebrity DJ shared her experience.
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