"Despite Being Among My Life's Most Challenging Experiences, I Am Unrepentant About Joining #EndSARS" - Falz (Paraphrased)
Popular Nigerian rapper and activist, Falz, known by his real name Folarin Falana, has opened up about his experiences during the 2020 #EndSARS movement, calling it one of the wildest and most challenging periods of his life [1][3].
At a recent gathering on the #WithChude Live show [2], Falz candidly shared his thoughts on activism and justice. Despite the hardships and dangers he faced during the movement, Falz stressed that he holds no regrets about his involvement, explaining, "That period was bananas, everything was nuts… But I don't regret it at all. I was taught never to feel remorse for doing what I believe is right."
The movement, which aimed to abolish the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) due to rampant allegations of police misconduct and brutality in Nigeria, featured countless celebrities who united with the people, using their platforms to champion change [4].
Among them was Falz, who drew inspiration from his father, renowned lawyer and human rights activist Femi Falana (SAN). Reflecting on his hero, Falz said, "My dad has always been my motivation and role model. The way he fights for justice and human rights is inspiring, and I aspire to follow in his footsteps."
His involvement in the movement extended beyond rhetoric, with Falz using his music to pay tribute to the victims of police brutality, as shown in his hit song "Johnny" [5]. The track beautifully encapsulates the struggles faced by young Nigerians, ultimately serving as an anthem of resistance and solidarity.
As we continue to reflect on the impact of the #EndSARS movement, Falz's insights offer a unique perspective on the role of celebrities in shaping social justice and human rights discourse. Despite the risks and challenges, Falz remains steadfast in his convictions, unyielding in his pursuit of righteousness, and passionate about creating a better world for all Nigerians.
Sources:
- Falz: One of the crazy experiences of my life was #EndSARS
- Falz: #EndSARS is one of toughest moments of my life
- Falz recalls #EndSARS as a 'crazy' period
- Celebrities Speak Out Against Police Brutality in Nigeria
- Falz - Johnny on YouTube
- Falz, an activist from Nigeria, considers the 2020 #EndSARS movement as one of the wildest and most challenging periods in his life.
- During a conversation on #WithChude Live show, Falz expressed that despite the hardships and dangers he faced during the movement, he holds no regrets about his involvement.
- The movement aimed to abolish the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) due to rampant allegations of police misconduct in Nigeria and featured numerous Nigerian celebrities who used their platforms to champion change.
- Among these celebrities was Falz, who drew inspiration from his father, renowned lawyer and human rights activist Femi Falana (SAN).
- Falz paid tribute to the victims of police brutality in his hit song "Johnny," which encapsulates the struggles faced by young Nigerians, serving as an anthem of resistance and solidarity.
- Falz's involvement in the movement also extended beyond rhetoric as he used his music to express his convictions.
- With his unyielding pursuit of righteousness and passion for a better world for all Nigerians, Falz offers a unique perspective on the role of celebrities in shaping social justice and human rights discourse.
