The driver who was assaulted by security personnel in October 2021 during an EndSARS Memorial event will receive compensation as per a court judgment, according to Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
During the first anniversary rally of the EndSars protest at the Lekki tollgate, the Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Agency (LNSA) and police personnel assaulted Clement Adedotun, a cab-hailing service driver.
The Lagos state administration had appealed the ruling directing the state and police to pay Mr. Adedotun N5 million in damages.
But, Mr. Sanwo-Olu claimed in a tweet on Saturday that the decision to appeal the case had been reversed.
“I’m committed to upholding the rule of law and protecting citizens’ rights with empathy and authority.”
He added “recently became aware of the case involving Mr. Clement Adedotun and the judgement by the Federal High Court, and I understand the impact this legal battle has had on him”.
After reviewing Mr. Clement’s case, I’ve directed the Honorable Attorney General to set up a meeting and pay him the compensation awarded by the Court.
Although the State Government has appealed the ruling, I’ve interceded in this instance in the interest of the public good, and requested that the State’s Attorney General comply with the court’s ruling.
As a strong advocate for the rule of law, I commend all parties for seeking justice through the appropriate channels, and I remain committed to upholding the rights of all Lagosians.
