Globally renowned singer Rihanna, yesterday, announced her solidarity with the Sudanese people, as tens of thousands of citizens took to the streets on Sunday, calling for an end to the army rule.

“With more protests planned for today, June 30, I send my love and I pray for the safety of the Sudanese people,” Rihanna said on Twitter, stressing that they had the “right to speak out and demand peace, justice and a transition to civilian rule.”

“Over 100 were killed & hundreds more were wounded during the June 3rd protests,” she pointed out, adding that the military rulers must be “held accountable.”

“Fight for human rights in #Africa and stand with protesters in #Sudan,” the superstar said. Military rulers need to be held accountable. Praying for no more killings or abuse today.