A Nigerian police officer reportedly fell into a pit while chasing after a bike man, sparking concern and discussions online.
The incident was brought to public attention through a post on the social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) by user @ChuksEricE, who shared a video capturing the moment the officer found himself trapped in the pit during the pursuit.
In the video, the police officer can be seen at the bottom of the pit struggling to climb out as curious bystanders gather around the edge to check on his condition and offer assistance.
The exact circumstances that led to the fall have not been clarified, but the footage clearly shows the dangers officers face during such chases, especially in areas with hidden hazards like uncovered pits.
This event has sparked a flood of reactions and debates across social media platforms, with many expressing concern about the safety of both the police officers and the general public given the presence of such dangerous open pits in public spaces.
Below are some notable reactions from social media users:
@nedubrave: “Inasmuch as I love this, but why will they leave this kind of pit open in an open place like this ?”
@NwokeAkwaeze: “He should chill inside for a while.”
@n6oflife6: “Why is such a deadly pit out in the Open to start with? I fear that Cop is not alive.”
@MarindotiLesh: “Imagine make nobody come help am, them go talk say na somebody papa say no human feelings Abi.”
@dan_de_don: “Na wetin good for the Nigerian police officer be that. If not what he wants to collect from the bike man why will he be chasing him?”
The incident underscores the need for better public safety measures and proper maintenance of public spaces to prevent such accidents in the future.
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Moment a Nigerian police officer ended up in a pit while chasing a bike man😳🙆 pic.twitter.com/A24uRanGoW
— CHUKS 🍥 (@ChuksEricE) May 20, 2025