Nigeria Social Media Reacts to Viral Video of Nigerian Man Flogged for Domestic Violence

A viral Twitter video shows village elders in Nigeria flogging a man tied to a tree after he beat his wife. Nigerians reacted with approval and humor, praising the retributive justice while some called for harsher penalties.

A video circulating on Twitter has sparked significant reactions from Nigerians after it captured a man publicly beating his wife on the road.

In response, village elders intervened by tying the man to a tree and flogging him with a cane. The viral clip shows the man shouting “Chairman Bikonu” as he receives his punishment.


Nigerians have largely applauded the elders' actions, finding humor and satisfaction in the retributive justice. Comments flooded social media with people expressing their approval.

One user commented, "Serves him right. The woman should be allowed to beat him too. Next time, he won’t dare to beat a woman." Another shared, "Never have I gained this much satisfaction from someone’s pain. Forgive me Lord. " The sentiment was echoed by others, with one saying, "This made me very happy! Nah madness we dey take cure madness!"

Many users suggested that other communities should adopt similar measures, with one remarking, "Every community should adopt this style. Fvck around and get Fvcked big time."

Another user humorously noted, "Where can I meet this chairman I need to pray for him,cos I calmly watch frm beginning to d end & I love the tatata sound of that whip and that cry of 'chairman bikonu' ."

However, not all reactions were purely celebratory. Some pointed out that the punishment might not be enough, with one stating, "Punishment is not proportionate; the woman still suffered considerably more. He should be jailed after."


The overwhelming reaction online reflects a mix of support for swift justice and a call for harsher consequences for domestic violence.