By Our Correspondent
A disturbing video circulating on Instagram has caused outrage across Nigeria after showing a Nigerian soldier assaulting and stabbing a civilian at Fayose Market in Ado Ekiti. The footage, shared by Instagram users and spread widely on social media, has raised concerns about military brutality and the safety of civilians in public places.
The video shows a confrontation between the soldier and a young man whose identity is still unknown. In the clip, the soldier is seen hitting the man several times with a wooden plank while people nearby watch in shock. Moments later, the soldier appears to take out a knife and stab the man during the fight. Voices can be heard shouting in the background as witnesses react to the sudden violence. The victim tries to protect himself but appears overwhelmed by the attack.
The incident has led to strong reactions online, with many Nigerians condemning the soldier’s actions. Some described the scene as cruel and unnecessary, calling it a clear misuse of military power. Many people demanded that the soldier be identified and held responsible for his actions.
So far, neither the Nigerian Army nor the Ekiti State Police Command has given an official statement about the situation. There is no confirmed information yet about what caused the fight, the condition of the victim, or whether any action has been taken against the soldier.
Residents of Ado Ekiti and several civil groups have called for a full investigation. They also stressed the need for better accountability systems in the military to prevent similar incidents from happening again.
The video continues to circulate online and has sparked ongoing discussions about the relationship between security officers and civilians and the need to stop abuse of power.
