The nationwide protest against police brutality is still ongoing, with no end in sight.
Interestingly, foreign individuals and corporate organisations are also showing concerns and lending their voices.
In the latest development, Twitter’s boss, Jack Dorsey, has endorsed the anti-police brutality movement.
The American technology entrepreneur, in a tweet, urges Bitcoin donation to end the ongoing menace.
Initially, Jack tweeted “#EndSARS,” tagging a tweet from @techcabal.
#EndSARS 🇳🇬 https://t.co/fcgQIOQYSS
— jack (@jack) October 14, 2020
In a later tweet, Jack urges his community of followers to “Donate via #Bitcoin to help #EndSARS.”
He did, replying to a tweet from @feministcoalition, one of several platforms raising funds for the ongoing protest.
Donate via #Bitcoin to help #EndSARS 🇳🇬 https://t.co/kf305SFXze
— jack (@jack) October 14, 2020
Although this is coming almost a week since the nationwide protest commenced, it’s not so unexpected.
Twitter has been an enabling platform for the protest from the very beginning.
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More so, a real-time update of the protest is being communicated via the platform.
There is no doubt that the social media platform has played a significant role.
As such, having Jack’s support at this time means a lot for the cause Nigerians are fighting.
Counterposing opinions
While many Nigerians are very pleased about Jack’s support, it appears that it’s not so for everyone.
Although, in this case, the majority of the opposing opinions are coming from the political leaders.
A prominent example is from the CEO of IPI Group Limited, Adamu Garba.
In an open letter to Jack, Adamu advised Jack to “stay away from Nigerian politics.”
Dear @jack,
It’ll do you a lot more good if you stay away from Nigerian Politics. You should know that the so-called #EndSARS protest have transformed into political agitation, capable of breaking law & order in our country. You should not be a moral & financial sponsor to this. https://t.co/slhwmOnCMY
— Adamu Garba II (@adamugarba) October 14, 2020
He stated that the ongoing protest has transformed into political agitation.
As such, any further support from his likes can break law and order in the country.
Conclusively, Adamu intends to sue Jack should the protest evolved into disorder.
“If this protest continues to evolve into disorder (hopefully not). As a Nigerian citizen, we’ll meet in court. Thank you,” Adamu added.
I can see you are even sharing a link for people to donate money for this protest, an event capable of escalation beyond our already overstretched security management.
If this protest continued to evolved into disorder (hopefully not). As a Nigerian citizen, we’ll meet in court
— Adamu Garba II (@adamugarba) October 14, 2020
It is also important to note that Adamu Garba has been a part of the protest all along.
Hence, it is safe to say, his antagonism against Jack’s support is not entirely a selfish one. So yes, he may be right after all.
Implications of Jack’s support
With that said, here are a few implications of Jack Dorsey’s #EndSARS endorsement;
More international recognition
Currently, the #EndSARS movement has gained a lot of recognition outside of Nigeria.
Jack’s participation will only attract more of such recognition as well as a contribution towards this cause.
It won’t be surprising to see prominent tech entrepreneurs like Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg join soon.
Prolonged protest
Jack’s endorsement would also mean a prolonged campaign given the provision of sufficient funds.
Over the past few days, over N150 million has been raised for the ongoing campaign.
With Jack promoting a suitable payment channel like bitcoin, more funding is expected.
Also, in line with Mr.Adamu’s opinion, there is more to the ongoing protest against police brutality.
The movement is beginning to exhibit political elements as much as it is dubbed a peaceful protest.
For instance, some hired Pro-SARS bandits disrupted the peaceful protest across various locations on Wednesday.
These are the Fulani thugs they hired to attack protesters at Berger. They came in 2 vans. 7 of the thugs have been severely injured and sent to the hospital.
They can’t stop our Lagos and Abuja protests!!#EndSWAT #EndSARS #SWATMUSTEND #AbujaProtestspic.twitter.com/ylNg3J9lj5
— Mr Macaroni (@mr_macaronii) October 14, 2020
Pro SARS thugs have been rented to hijack the peaceful protest at Berger Bridge, Abuja. #SARSMUSTENDNOW #EndSWATpic.twitter.com/strDlFt6ts
— Wale Adetona (@iSlimfit) October 14, 2020
This is heart wrenching 💔
He was attacked by the same thugs sent to disrupt the peaceful protest in Abuja #EndSARS #EndSWAT #SWATMUSTENDNOWpic.twitter.com/8T7jjtMRq4
— Akpraise (@AkpraiseMedia) October 14, 2020
More comments from people
You came back from Abuja 2days ago after meeting Buhari and IGP.
Today, Lagos State owned BRT bused is transporting armed thugs with machetes to attack protesters.
Incase nobody has said it so far,
This govt is very callous, cruel and shameless. Pls stop this madness now sir. https://t.co/XXEUCJnsEy— #OurFavEndSARSDoc 🩺🇳🇬🇬🇧 (@DrOlufunmilayo) October 15, 2020
These are the Fulani thugs they hired to attack protesters at Berger. They came in 2 vans. 7 of the thugs have been severely injured and sent to the hospital.
They can’t stop our Lagos and Abuja protests!!#EndSWAT #EndSARS #SWATMUSTEND #AbujaProtestspic.twitter.com/ylNg3J9lj5
— Mr Macaroni (@mr_macaronii) October 14, 2020
Armed thugs are attacking peaceful protesters in Alausa, Ikeja. We aren’t violent in Ibadan, we aren’t violent in Lagos, we aren’t violent in Abuja, we are peaceful everywhere. Who sent them? Who want us dead? #EndSARS #EndSWAT pic.twitter.com/1TjrrfQ4Lu
— B h a d o o s k y (@BhadmusAkeem) October 15, 2020
Protesters from Abuja and Lagos were not excluded as they had to charge against the pro-SARS members respectively.
That been said, a prolonged protest may lead to political instability, and it’s looking likely.
Bitcoin Scam Saga
Cybercriminals are always on the look for opportunities to prey on any victim.
One of the most prominent ways of scamming lately is through Bitcoin payment.
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It won’t be surprising that a lot of scammers will be taking advantage of this golden opportunity to siphon funds.
Please send me bitcoin, covid and SARS not letting us rest here.. 😭😭
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— Yorubad girl (@thelastborn__) October 14, 2020
Please don’t do this.. they’ve berated us already, don’t make it any worse🤦🤦
— Spy Bird 🕊 (@Maaxxsavage) October 15, 2020
Please don’t do this.. they’ve berated us already, don’t make it any worse🤦🤦
— Spy Bird 🕊 (@Maaxxsavage) October 15, 2020
It is only a matter of time before people start creating parody accounts of some of these fund-raising accounts.
However, it is advisable for interested donors to double-check for originality when attempting to donate.
What Techuncode thinks about Jack’s support
We have always been a fan of Jack and his support for Nigeria over the years.
Other than owning Twitter, Jack is as good as any other foreign individual showing support for Nigeria.
It is out of place to misinterpret this kind gesture for sabotage or any related issue.
On that note, we don’t think he is liable for any political unrest or uncertainties that ensue from the ongoing protest.
Check out other comments from Twitter users about Jack’s #EndSARS endorsement.
Please don’t do this.. they’ve berated us already, don’t make it any worse🤦🤦
— Spy Bird 🕊 (@Maaxxsavage) October 15, 2020
Jack stop bursting our brains tonight mehn, you’re the best. Next time you come to Nigeria we go dash you Aso Rock. #EndSWAT
— Esv. Adesewa✨ (@DuchessT_) October 14, 2020
You Nigeria’s eyes still closed.@jack has a mission here he can’t save our country. We youth can save Nigeria with out this white people coming in . Be wise my people they are coming oooo
— lilbugi (@lilbugi1) October 15, 2020
Jack did anyone hack your account?
— Valentino A 🇨🇦 (@valentinowpg) October 14, 2020
Another supportive gesture from Twitter Onile. God bless @jack unlimitedly. Nigerian youths are blessed pic.twitter.com/VcNs4sqLoL
— #SARSMUSTEND (@IamDanivivah) October 14, 2020
You’re forgiven for suspending me twice boss, you can now go to heaven 🤲 pic.twitter.com/6PimyGoA3w
— 🅢🅟🅔🅒🅣🅔🅡™♡👻 (@KhamisAbdulrauf) October 14, 2020
@jack This protest of #EndSARS and #EndSWAT Out cry Should tell the #NigerianGovernment @MBuhari That asides the Celebrities who’ve joined the protest, There is a clear proof that Alot of Youths are either “Jobless Like me” Unemployed orNot happy at thier present situation.
— I am LULU👸 (@LucyNgznnj) October 14, 2020
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