A disturbing incident has come to light where a couple was brutally assaulted by Nigerian Army officials. The reason for this heinous act? The couple had overtaken the officials' vehicle. The officials, led by a Major General and his escorts, not only attacked the man but also assaulted his wife for recording the incident.
This unacceptable behavior has sparked outrage, and the couple is now demanding justice. They are calling for the dismissal of the senior officer involved and seeking N150 million in compensation for the physical and emotional distress they endured.
Unfortunately, this is not an isolated incident. There have been previous cases of security personnel attacking civilians for overtaking them. This highlights a deeper issue within the Nigerian Army, where accountability and respect for human rights seem to be lacking.
The Acting Chief of Army Staff has ordered an investigation into the matter, which is a step in the right direction. However, more needs to be done to address the systemic issues that lead to such abuses of power. The Nigerian Army must take concrete actions to ensure that its personnel respect the rights and dignity of civilians and hold accountable those who fail to do so.