By John Joseph
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A disturbing incident has unfolded in Kubwa, Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, where a 21-year-old man was allegedly shot by unidentified policemen. The victim’s only crime? Refusing to pay a N200,000 bribe demanded by the officers.
Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, brought the incident to light through a video post on his Facebook page, showing the young man lying in a hospital bed, struggling for his life. The video has sparked widespread outrage and calls for accountability.
According to VeryDarkMan, the policemen’s demand for the hefty bribe was nothing short of extortion. “They met him and asked him to produce N200,000. When he couldn’t, they shot him,” he explained.
This incident raises disturbing questions about the state of law enforcement in Nigeria. As VeryDarkMan poignantly asked, “Are we going to be running away from thieves, armed robbers, and kidnappers, only to also fear the very people sworn to protect us?”
The FCT police command has been urged to conduct a thorough investigation into the matter. The Force Police Public Relations Officer and FCT Police Public Relations Officer have been specifically called upon to ensure justice is served.
This incident highlights the urgent need for police reform in Nigeria. The culture of bribery and extortion must be eradicated, and those responsible held accountable.
The Nigerian Police Force must take concrete steps to address these issues and regain the trust of the public. The safety and well-being of citizens depend on it.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage on social media, with many calling for justice and an end to police brutality.
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