Facing the Police: Mr. Macaroni Shares His ENDSARS Arrest Story

Nigerian comedian and activist Mr Macaroni recently shared his terrifying experience during the 2020 ENDSARS protests when police arrested him. In an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo on the ‘With Chude’ podcast, he recounted the events that unfolded during his detention.

Mr. Macaroni explained that he feels a strong duty to use his platform to advocate for those who can’t speak for themselves. ‘God has given me this platform not for fame, but to help others. I can’t ask people to make sacrifices if I’m not willing to do the same,’ he stated.

He also talked about a popular skit he created after his release, noting that it didn’t fully capture the horrors he experienced. ‘That skit doesn’t do justice to what we went through. I had to present it in a way that people could still watch. They stripped me naked and mistreated me; I saw the hate in their eyes. If they hadn’t released me, I truly believe things could have been much worse,’ he said.

Mr Macaroni shared his anger towards the individuals who targeted him during his arrest. He described how the police seemed to take pleasure in their actions, mentioning, ‘They were like, ‘Macaroni, you’re the one who loves to talk.’ “It’s infuriating, and I still feel upset about some of the people involved.’

After this harrowing experience, Mr Macaroni said he felt fearless and more committed to fighting oppression and police brutality. ‘After that experience, all my fear vanished. I used to worry that they could harm someone without a second thought. Now, people see me as courageous, but I remember the fear I felt before,’ he shared.

Overall, Mr Macaroni’s experience during the ENDSARS protests strengthened his resolve to fight for justice. He emphasizes the importance of using his voice to advocate for those who cannot.