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The Digest:
A Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the Nigeria Police Force to pay N10 million in damages for violating the rights of #EndSARS protesters during a memorial rally on October 20, 2024. The ruling came after a lawsuit against the police’s actions at the protest.
Key Points:
- The court ruled the police infringed on protesters' rights during the 2024 #EndSARS memorial rally.
- The ruling was made by trial judge Musa Kakaki.
- N10 million was awarded as damages to the victims.
- The incident occurred during a protest on October 20, 2024.
- The police had been accused of rights violations related to the protest.
- The legal outcome brings justice to protesters’ claims.
The Federal High Court’s ruling emphasizes the importance of upholding citizens' rights during protests, ordering the police to compensate #EndSARS protesters for violations during the 2024 memorial rally.
