Oyogist.com had earlier reported the comment of Governor Seyi Makinde on the death of an EndSARS protester in Ogbomosho Oyo state named Jimoh Isiaka, who was shot by a police man in the cause of the peaceful protest.
Governor Seyi Makinde has described EndSARS protest as a reflection of systemic failure in leadership, thereby condemns Buhari’s government and equally calls for rights to peaceful protest.
The governor, while making his speech said; ” The ENDSARS protests are a strong indicator of a systemic failure. It is a failure on the part of those who have been constitutionally empowered to protect the citizens.”
It again calls into question why State Governors are called Chief Security Officers of their state whereas, they do not have the necessary powers to control the police force.
He also added: “Peaceful protests are a big part of our democratic process. The right to freedom of speech and assembly are guaranteed by our Constitution, and I will never support any attempt to rob citizens of their fundamental human rights.”
“I call on all residents of Oyo State to please remain calm. I also call on the Police to allow residents of Oyo State protest peacefully without fear of being assaulted.”
