The United Kingdom has ordered the closure of its embassies
in Nigeria over the crisis as a result of #EndSARS protests across the country.
The demonstrations, which began as a peaceful march two
weeks ago, have degenerated into crisis in various states, leading to loss of
lives and destruction of properties.
Over the past three days, attacks have been launched on
government-owned institutions and private businesses, leading to deaths and
properties being razed.
On Monday, police stations were set on fire in Edo, while
two prisons were broken into, leading to the escape of inmates from custody,
and the state government declared a 24-hour curfew.
On Tuesday morning, police stations and other properties
were also destroyed in Lagos, and the governor declared a 24-hour curfew which
took effect at 9pm.
Events, however, took a major turn on Tuesday evening when
persons dressed in military uniform opened fire on protesters who were at the
Lekki area of Lagos.
By Wednesday morning, hoodlums launched attacks on locations
across the state, setting fire to buildings and buses.
According to a statement issued on its website on Wednesday,
the UK noted that the closure of its offices is to ensure the safety of staff
and visa applicants.
The closure will be maintained for an initial 48 hours,
while applicants who have already booked appointments have been advised to
reschedule.
“Due to the ongoing protest in Nigeria and for the safety of
both staff and applicants, our Nigeria centres will be closed for 48 hours at a
minimum,” the statement read.
“For applicants with booked appointments within this period,
please you will need to reschedule your appointment for next week, from 26th
October 2020.
“We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience and thank you
for your understanding.”
Although the peaceful demonstrations have been suspended in
some states, hoodlums have taken to the streets to launch attacks on
government-owned institutions.
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