On November 15, 2021, the Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry on Restitution for victims of the operatives of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) submitted its findings, which shed more light on the events of the #EndSARS protests.
The panel confirmed that on October 20, 2020, at least 11 peaceful protesters were fatally shot by Nigerian army and police forces at the Lekki Toll Gate, Lagos. The report contradicted government denials and provided evidence of excessive use of force and violations of protesters' rights.
Survivors and victims' families were awarded compensation, with over ₦410 million distributed to 70 victims of police brutality. Activists urged authorities to ensure justice and systemic reforms to prevent future abuses.
Other key events on this day
1. Al Jazeera launched Al Jazeera English - 2006
2. Sony launched the Playstation Four, selling one million units on the first day - 2013
3. Putin was at Brisbane G20 - 2014
4. Take Care" second studio album by Drake released - 2011
5. An estimated 2 million people took part in the Vietnam War Moratorium demonstration across the United States - 1969
6. Morning Post reporter Winston Churchill captured by Boers in Natal - 1899
7. Isaac Pitman introduced his shorthand system of writing, Pitman shorthand - 1837
8. State of Palestine created - 1988
9. Assassins of Mahatma Gandhi Executed in India - 1949
10. League of Nations meets for the first time - 1920
11. Egypt and Israel exchange prisoners of war - 1973.
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