#EndSARS Social Movement: Reflections

edited by Ukaiko A. Bitrus-Ojiambo, Oby Obyerodhyambo and Ayodele John Alonge

EndSARS was the most publicized and mediatized homegrown, Nigerian youth protest of our times. This book takes the reader inside the movement. In each chapter, authors reflect on and share, from their perspective, what happened. The Soro Soke (Speak it Loud) slogan emboldened and unified the youth – who were not about to be muted. They wanted change to begin with them. The voices shared come from the Nigerian South, East, and North, from people of different backgrounds and identities who are educators, students, researchers, librarians, activists, artists and much more. The book includes historical perspectives about legacies of colonialism and violence and critiques from the other side of the continent, namely Kenya, including perspectives on media coverage, or lack thereof, of the EndSARS movement. The writers imagine alternative ways of living in community. Cartoon images throughout the book demonstrate the humanity and commonalities of experiences of African communities to engage power, address punitive policing, and seek social justice. The use of poetry, imagery, and text invite the reader to… listen as you read each of the chapters.

Ukaiko A. Bitrus-Ojiambo

Ukaiko A. Bitrus-Ojiambo, PhD, born in Northern Nigeria, lives and teaches Human Communication in Kenya. She promotes discourse by Africans about their lived realities.

Oby Obyerodhyambo

Oby Obyerodhyambo, PhD, has supported youth and marginalized populations in the development of advocacy strategies, including digital and social media content. He is also an award-winning playwright, actor, and film director.

Ayodele John Alonge

Ayodele John Alonge, Certified Librarian of Nigeria, is a graduate of the Consortium for Advanced Research Training in Africa (CARTA) and member of the African Library and Information Associations and Institutions (AfLIA).