Several of the many protesters at the Lekki toll gate have been shot dead by soldiers for defying the 4pm curfew order.
This was confirmed by several celebrities who are around the vicinity.
Kemi Filani News reports that Actress Omoni Oboli, Ufuoma McDermortt raised the first alarm saying “Help, they are shooting protesters at Lekki toll gate..”
Singer PSquare also confirmed same saying “Nigerian soldiers shooting at lekki toll gate now, protesters dead!!! What a failed government!”
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The shooting spray started after some men stormed Lekki toll gate to remove the CCTV cameras situated there.
This comes hours after the Lagos state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, declared a 24-hour curfew starting from 4 pm on Tuesday. However, the residents especially protesting youths who are expected to comply with the directive, went ahead to continue protest and demand justice against police brutality and other issues in the country.
Lekki Toll gate is a major cluster point for the #ENDSARS Protesters.