On 20 October 2020, the world stopped to watch. From Lagos to London, from Twitter to Instagram Live, millions witnessed what became one of the most defining youth movements in Nigeria’s history, the #EndSARS protest. What began as a cry against police brutality turned into a global conversation on justice, freedom, and technology’s power to connect people.
The protest wasn’t just fought on the streets; it lived and breathed online. From crypto donations and hashtags to livestreams and viral threads, technology became the backbone of the #EndSARS movement, amplifying the voices of ordinary Nigerians and turning local frustration into global solidarity.
1. Social Media Became the Loudest Microphone
Twitter threads broke down what SARS officers had done. Instagram feeds turned into protest diaries filled with images, chants, and messages of hope. TikTok creators made short clips showing daily realities of police harassment. These platforms became digital megaphones; louder, faster, and more effective than any traditional media outlet could ever have been.
