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A viral video shows Nigerian police officers brutally assaulting a driver in Enugu over a N100 dispute. The incident has sparked outrage online, with Nigerians condemning the violence and calling for police accountability.

A viral video circulating on X (formerly Twitter) shows Nigerian Police officers violently assaulting the driver of a vehicle carrying Christian girls in training over a minor dispute involving N100 in Enugu. The disturbing footage has sparked widespread outrage among Nigerians on social media, with many expressing their disgust at the officers' behavior.

Social media users have flooded platforms with reactions, condemning the brutality and calling for accountability. Many have criticized the police for resorting to physical violence without provocation. Others voiced support for the driver, suggesting that the police acted unprofessionally, with some pointing out that without their weapons, the officers would not have been able to engage the driver so aggressively.

Many urged citizens to avoid arguing with police officers, especially when armed, to prevent unnecessary violence. Calls for immediate intervention by the Enugu and Nigerian Police to address this abuse of power were also made. Concern was raised for the young girls on the bus, who were subjected to the distressing situation.