Social media influencer and former presidential aide Reno Omokri has issued a stern warning to Nigerians, urging them not to emulate the ongoing revolutionary protests in Nepal, citing the destructive fallout of the October 2020 #EndSARS protests in Nigeria. In a widely circulated social media post, Omokri highlighted the extensive property damage caused during the #EndSARS movement, emphasizing that many of the instigators were not Lagos residents or taxpayers but came from states with worse governance and infrastructure.Omokri argued that replicating Nepal’s violent protests, which have been marked by clashes over economic and political grievances, could lead to similar chaos in Nigeria, undermining recent economic progress. “The #EndSARS protests led to wanton destruction of properties, much of it in Lagos, by people who don’t even live or pay taxes there,” he stated, pointing out that Lagos, despite its challenges, remains a hub of relative stability and development compared to other regions. He cautioned that such protests often spiral out of control, benefiting opportunistic politicians rather than addressing systemic issues.The #EndSARS protests, initially sparked to demand an end to police brutality, escalated into widespread unrest, with significant damage to public and private infrastructure in Lagos and other cities. Omokri’s remarks come amid growing online calls for renewed protests in Nigeria, fueled by economic hardships and dissatisfaction with governance. He urged Nigerians to focus on constructive dialogue and electoral participation instead, warning that violent revolutions rarely deliver promised change and often exacerbate divisions.Reactions to Omokri’s statement have been mixed, with some Nigerians on social media praising his call for restraint, while others criticized him for downplaying the grievances that drove #EndSARS.
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