The Nigerian Army is investigating officers involved in the alleged assault of a couple in Abuja after a video went viral. Soldiers reportedly beat the man and detained the couple for unlawfully overtaking their convoy. The Acting Chief of Army Staff ordered an immediate probe into the incident.
The Nigerian Army has initiated an investigation into officers allegedly involved in the assault of a couple in Abuja. The incident, which gained widespread attention after a video surfaced on social media, shows military personnel, including a senior officer, physically attacking the man as his wife protested. According to witnesses, the couple was stopped for allegedly overtaking a military convoy, leading to a violent confrontation. In the footage, the man is seen bleeding after being slapped by one of the soldiers, while his wife can be heard screaming.
After the assault, the major general and his aide reportedly handcuffed the couple and forced them into the trunk of a vehicle. They were then taken to the Gwarimpa police station, where the soldiers allegedly pressured officers to detain them without clear justification. The exact circumstances leading to the incident remain unclear, as stated by Army spokesperson Onyema Nwachukwu.
In response to the incident, Acting Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, ordered an immediate investigation to determine the facts and ensure justice. The Nigerian Army has reassured the public that it remains committed to protecting law-abiding citizens and will apply due diligence in resolving the matter.
