A chaotic scene unfolded in broad daylight as a Nigerian policeman and a soldier were caught in a heated clash in the middle of a busy market, drawing a large crowd of onlookers.
The incident, which quickly went viral, was captured in a video that began circulating on the social media platform X.
In the video, both the soldier and the policeman were seen engaging in a fierce clash, each gripping the other by the collar of their shirt as they struggled.
Several civilians attempted to step in, trying to break up the altercation and prevent further escalation.
Though the cause of the altercation remains unclear, many netizens expressed shock and disapproval at the embarrassing spectacle taking place in public view.
Check out reactions that followed …
@Trilltrilli remarked: “Police should learn how to respect our soldiers so citizens can respect them too.”
@olusholaspecia commented: “It’s a national embarrassment—these two have no shame at all, and it all unfolded right in the heart of a bustling market.”
@CroBender asked: “Ha, how exactly did we become a country?”
@davidoghe wrote: “Nobody dey gre for anybody again, one on one is allowed.”
@enyinnayaibeka commented: “Just imagine civilians separate fight between two armed force men. It’s finished #DadaNwaMmiri.”
@OyegunleKolawo1 wrote: “This happened 2 days ago in my area.”
@kwilanta said: “Two idiots that don’t know their jurisdiction! Basterd. That’s one thing about Nigeria’s armed forces, filled with illiterates that don’t even know the core aim of the armed forces, just fools with rifles and flexing on people they’re meant to protect! Wish they’d kill each other.”
@NyongYire wrote: “They are training. Give them enough space to show more action.”
Watch the video below …
Nigeria Police And Army Exchange Blows pic.twitter.com/dlJZtooXNv
— Somto Okonkwo (@General_Somto) April 9, 2025