‘We Live In A Society Where The Government Has Failed Us’ – Praiz Addresses SARS’ Arrest

Oti also inveterate that it was police officers and not SARS officials who took Praiz to the station

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Few hours ago SEPTIN911 reported that Nigerian singer Praiz was arrested by the officials of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad, SARS, in Lagos (READ HERE).

Confirming the RnB singer’s arrest, Lagos State Police Spokesperson, SP Chike Oti said Praiz was stopped by the police to conduct a stop and search on him because he was driving at top speed along the Lekki-Epe expressway.

Oti added that Praiz brought out his camera to record how Police was questioning him while he was shouting at the police at the peak of his voice. This was what made the police officers asked him to follow them to the station to explain what led to his outburst.

Oti also inveterate that it was police officers and not SARS officials who took Praiz to the station. As at the time of SEPTIN911’s report, Praiz’s issue with the police had been resolved amicably and the singer had been released.

Following his release, the X3M Music artiste headed to his photo sharing social media platform to address his arrest in a lengthy post, calling on the government to reform and sensitize the police force deeply.

In his words, “Anyone that truly knows me well knows i am an easy going , non problematic, happy and co -operative individual. Well, I’m not here to talk about myself.

“I am here to address issues that happens in our society everyday. We live in a society where the government has failed us whether we like it or not. No jobs, fuel scarcity , SARS , Asuu Strike , Nupeng Strike , Name it….. it’s endless .. HARDSHIP… ENDLESS HARDSHIP ….

“Today I had an encounter that a lot of people go through everyday. People who are heading home after a failed interview, people going home after a night shift , people on their way to get their daily bread but get harassed by people who are the force because of reasons best known to them or maybe because u are a young boy wearing a gold chain or have a beard.

“Though I won’t deny the existence of great people in the police force that are ready to listen , I still stand by my opinion which is popular amongst the youth and more #ENDSARS Today I learnt that the police force needs deep reform and sensitization.

“This is not my official statement… my official statement will be out soon Lastly I will like to thank @aleeygiwa , Mr Etim Godwin from J command for stepping in… #EndSars #NoBePhysicalSomething.”