A disturbing video has surfaced online showing some police officers forcibly entering a private residence in the Adebayo area of Ado-Ekiti, the Ekiti State capital. The video, which has since gone viral on social media, has drawn widespread condemnation and prompted an official response from the Nigeria Police Complaint Response Unit (PCRU).
The video was posted on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) by a user identified as Michael (@MichaelFrosh32), who alleged that the officers involved are attached to Operation Flush, a security task force operating in the state.
Michael described the incident as an attempted daylight robbery and called on the police authorities to investigate and prosecute the officers involved.
“These officers tried to force their way into someone’s home in broad daylight. This is nothing short of an attempted robbery by men in uniform,” Michael wrote.
In response, the PCRU, via its official X handle, acknowledged the video and appealed for further information to aid in its investigation.
“Dear #MichaelFrosh32, kindly provide more details via DM. Thank you for bringing this to the attention of the Police Force. #NoToImpunity,” the unit wrote.
Public Outcry and Call for Accountability
The video has sparked outrage among Nigerians, with many demanding a thorough probe and swift disciplinary action. Critics argue that incidents like this undermine public trust in the police and highlight the urgent need for institutional reform.
Several civil society groups have also weighed in, warning that impunity among security agents will persist unless visible consequences follow such misconduct.
Background on Operation Flush
Operation Flush is a joint police initiative launched in several Nigerian states, including Ekiti, to combat armed robbery, cultism, and other violent crimes. However, recent reports and videos have raised concerns over abuses of power and excessive force by officers attached to the unit.
As of the time of filing this report, it is unclear whether any disciplinary measures have been taken against the officers involved in the Ado-Ekiti incident.
Next Steps
The PCRU has pledged to investigate the matter, and further updates are expected as the police engage with witnesses and examine the evidence presented online.
