Oct 2021

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12 months on from ‘End SARS’ where does ...

About this episode

One year ago frustration with police brutality in Nigeria boiled over into massive street demonstrations.

Much of the anger was directed at the notorious Special Anti Robbery Squad - or SARS. And soon the slogan “End SARS” was being heard around the world.

So, where does Nigeria stand now 12 months on?

Host: Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja)

Guests: anti corruption activist Hamzat Lawal, photographer Inyene Akpan and author Ike Anya. #AfricaDaily

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