Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has issued a stern warning to the military about the repercussions of using lethal force against peaceful civilian protesters. He underscored the importance of upholding constitutional rights, emphasizing that the right to protest is guaranteed by Nigeria’s supreme law and upheld by the judiciary.....CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE
He wrote; “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. -AA”
