A Nigerian man has raised concern over what he described as increasing cases of police harassment after he witnessed officers of the Nigeria Police Force dragging a member of the National Youth Service Corps in public in Ado Ekiti Ekiti State.
The incident reportedly happened in front of a school where the corps member was seen being pulled away by uniformed officers while two other corps members stood nearby as onlookers gathered.
A video shared on X on Tuesday showed the eyewitness filming the confrontation and expressing frustration in Yoruba language, accusing the officers of targeting young people unfairly.
He alleged that the officers attempted to seize his phone while he recorded the incident, adding that he would not stop documenting what he saw.
In the recording, he questioned the conduct of the officers and criticised what he described as persistent harassment of citizens, especially young Nigerians.
Other voices in the background urged him to continue filming and ensure the officers were clearly captured for public attention online.
He also warned the corps member not to enter any vehicle or leave with the officers until the situation was clarified.
The exact reason for the confrontation has not been confirmed, and authorities have yet to issue an official statement on the incident.
However the video has sparked widespread reactions online with many Nigerians calling for accountability and better conduct from security operatives.
The Nigeria Police Force has faced similar public scrutiny in the past over alleged misconduct, leading to ongoing debates about reforms and accountability.
The incident continues to generate discussion across social media platforms as citizens demand clearer explanations and stronger protection of civil rights.
Observers say the case highlights growing concerns about trust between security agencies and the public in Nigeria and calls for reforms and improved accountability mechanisms nationwide.
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