In an interview on Wednesday, October 21st, the Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has revealed that no civilian was shot dead at the Lekki Toll Gate Massacre that took place overnight.
In a live broadcast on Channels Tv, Wednesday morning, the Lagos State governor addressed Nigerians about the shooting of peaceful protesters at the Lekki toll gate on Tuesday evening. He emphasised that after going on an extensive hospital round to check on victims, he ascertained that while many had been injured no one had died.
Sanwo-Olu ordered that due to the events that had taken place, activities in Lagos State would be put to a halt for the next three days.