The regional and political bloc of West African countries, ECOWAS, has condemned the violence that has trailed the #Endbadgovernance protests in Nigeria.
In a statement on Monday, the bloc said it was closely monitoring the protests and deeply regretted reports of violence.
ECOWAS described as unfortunate the death of some protesters as well as alleged looting and destruction of public and private properties.
The commission said it recognises citizens’ right to peaceful protests, as guaranteed by the 2001 ECOWAS Supplementary Protocol on Democracy and Good Governance and enshrined in the Nigerian Constitution.
On Sunday morning, the president called for an end to the demonstrations and invited the youths for dialogue.
Several groups have also urged the protesters to accede to the president’s plea.
ECOWAS extended their “heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and sympathizes with the Government and people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria over the losses” in the protests.
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