Original post: a viral video showing a Nigerian police officer physically assaulting a bus driver — the clip contained no context or explanation, only the footage of the officer hitting the driver while passengers filmed.
The comment that followed: “If @policeNG slap me I’m gonna hit him back… I don’t have time to wait for the law because Nigeria is a lawless country.”
That reaction captures real anger, but retaliation risks escalation, criminal charges, and more injustice. Instead of answering violence with violence, document the abuse (videos, timestamps, witness names), share verified evidence publicly, file a formal complaint with the police complaints unit, contact human-rights groups or legal aid, and push for an independent investigation. Organised civic pressure, legal action, and clear evidence produce accountability far more safely and effectively than instant retaliation.
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https://x.com/ChuksEricE/status/1983521072738881852
