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EndSARS: No Nigerian’s Blood Needs To Be Spilled, Jonathan Warns

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The former President of Nigeria, Dr. Goodluck Jonathan, has warned that while the peaceful protests against the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) last, no Nigerian blood ought to be spilled.
He noted that the peaceful protests were for the advancement of the country.
The former President said this in a post on his verified Tweeter handle (@GEJonathan), urging all to exercise restraint.
According to Jonathan, “No Nigerian blood needs to be spilled or life lost during a peaceful protest that seeks to advance our country.
“We may hold different views on national issues, but there is no doubt that most people desire the same thing for Nigeria:
“A place where we can all live out the full potential of our God-given abilities. I implore everyone to exercise restraint as we walk through these challenging times.”
The protests entered its sixth day, yesterday, the protesters that marched on to the National Assembly to register their complaints against SARS and the need for reformation of the police force were beaten by soldiers.
The protesters and journalists covering the event were beaten by soldiers using the butts of their guns and tree branches.

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