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There is a lot to still digest about what was view

There is a lot to still digest about what was viewed on the world stage yesterday at the Lekki tollgate. One thing I know for sure, though, is that as diaspora Africans in solidarity, we cannot stay silent about what people are dealing with locally. Our remit is not to speak *for* anyone, but it is paramount to use our platforms and resources to assist in collective action in the very same places that we proudly call home.

I have largely been sharing information on my Twitter timeline and IG stories for rapid reaction and engagement but I wanted to consolidate at least some of it here. More information, clarity and organizing will come over the days and weeks so I encourage everyone to do their own research and get in touch with those in their networks who have access to on-the-ground resources that can provide most direct aid.

The first few graphics are courtesy of @ivie.ani and @petahjay - just providing a concise layout of the situation and what role you can play to assist and support if you are not part of the *decentralized, local uprising*

The next photo is courtesy of @azemezi . I know there are a lot of photos and video of the bloodshed from 10/20/20 circulating but I can’t bear to share them. Instead I want everyone to remember these brave young people exactly as they are. Peaceful protestors who pleaded that they deserved to live and were met with open fire by their own government while they tried to suppress the evidence on CCTV.

Next is a link to a fundraiser, which is in my bio. There are plenty of other places to donate as well - places like @feminist.co have been accepting donations and giving detailed accounting of their disbursements.

For those on the ground there are details to volunteer aid services like the @officialendsarsresponse and queer resources such as @safehquseng.

Last, but not least, if you are ready and able tap into local protests, please check your network and do so. @endsarsnyc is a feed for NYC protests, and there is one scheduled for today for those who can safely make it.

The world may finally be watching, but we can’t wait for the world to step up. The work starts with us.

#endsars #endsarsnow #endsarsbrutality

The Fight for $15 Is More Important Than Ever In

The Fight for $15 Is More Important Than Ever

In my 🚨second 🚨piece for today, I wrote for @complex about the @fightfor15 & the importance of this labor movement in the middle of the pandemic where long-disrespected service employees have been positioned as essential workers - & McDonald's role

Link in bio✨

In my debut for @zora , I wrote about the show I l

In my debut for @zora , I wrote about the show I love to talk about, #90dayfiance. #90DayFiance has rapidly gained popularity for its entertaining and chaotic plot lines. It also mimics harmful tropes.

"When the watch parties come to a close, it is frequently the non-Americans who are left to deal with the fallout."

Link in bio✨

In my latest for @complex, I interviewed @julianca

In my latest for @complex, I interviewed @juliancastrotx on immigration, housing and homelessness, and policing in America. Link in bio✨

If two years ago you had told me that I would be interviewing a former Presidential candidate and Secretary of HUD, I would have told you you were crazy.😭

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