Nigerian newspaper decries African American glass ceiling

Blacks in the United States are unable to reach their full potential because of a glass ceiling created by whites, according to an article in a Nigerian national newspaper.

The article in This Day, under the title "The Mindless Murder of George Floyd," asked, "Why are many blacks targeted in needless killings by the white cops? What crime have they committed? Is it a crime to be black? What happened to diversity and inclusiveness?"

African American George Floyd was killed after a white police kneeled on Floyd's neck for about eight minutes until he stopped breathing.

In a video, the victim was heard saying "I can't breathe" while three other police officers stood by.

The incident has triggered protests against racism in the United States, forcing curfews to be declared in several parts of the country.

Chairperson of the African Union Commission Moussa Faki Mahamat called on authorities in the United States to intensify their efforts to "ensure the total elimination of all forms of discrimination based on race or ethnic origin."

(ASIA PACIFIC DAILY)