A Nigerian man has sparked widespread outrage on social media after filming officers of the Nigeria Police Force allegedly dragging a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member in public in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State. The incident, captured in a viral video posted on X, has reignited conversations around police conduct and harassment in Nigeria.

The footage, shared on Tuesday by user #ChuksEricE, shows the moment the corps member was being forcefully pulled by uniformed officers in front of a school, while two other corps members stood nearby and watched the scene unfold.

Eyewitness Records Tense Scene in Ado-Ekiti

In the video, the eyewitness is heard expressing shock and frustration as the situation escalates in public view. He recorded the incident from a distance, capturing both the officers and the corps member being moved away.

The setting, reportedly in front of a school in Ado-Ekiti, drew attention from passersby who gathered to observe the confrontation. The presence of other corps members at the scene further intensified public concern over how the situation was being handled.

Anger Over Alleged Police Conduct

Speaking in Yoruba while filming, the eyewitness criticised the actions of the officers, accusing them of harassment and abuse of power. He suggested that the officers targeted the young man unfairly based on assumptions tied to his appearance and possession of a vehicle.

“They cannot just sight a young man with a car, because they don’t have one,” he said, expressing anger over what he described as repeated harassment by security operatives.

He further lamented the economic conditions of officers, arguing that it should not translate into misconduct against civilians.

Tension as Officers Attempt to Stop Filming

The situation appeared to escalate further when the eyewitness alleged that the officers attempted to seize his phone while he recorded the encounter. He resisted, continuing to film despite what he described as pressure from the officers.

“They want to come and collect my phone. Phone that your father bought for me abi?” he said during the recording, in a moment that added tension to the already heated scene.

Other voices in the background encouraged him to keep filming and ensure the officers were clearly captured on video for public visibility online.

“Don’t Go With Them,” Voices Warn Corps Member

As the incident unfolded, the eyewitness and others at the scene were heard cautioning the corps member not to follow the officers. The repeated warnings reflected growing suspicion among bystanders over the nature of the arrest or detention attempt.

“No follow them go anywhere,” the man shouted, urging the corps member to stay put as the situation remained unclear to onlookers.

As of the time the video surfaced, the reason for the police intervention had not been confirmed, and there was no official explanation from the authorities regarding the alleged offence.

Public Reaction and Renewed Debate on Police Conduct

The incident has since triggered reactions online, with many Nigerians criticising the manner in which the officers handled the situation. Some users described it as another example of excessive force and lack of accountability within policing practices.

While the full details remain unclear, the video has added to ongoing debates about civilian treatment by security operatives and the need for clearer enforcement standards in public interactions.

Authorities are yet to release an official statement on the incident at the time of filing this report.

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— Nigeria Stories (@NigeriaStories) April 28, 2026