Military personnel engaged in a physical altercation in Bayelsa State on Friday during the visit of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
In a viral 53-second video, a driver of a Hilux vehicle marked “Naval Police” is seen stepping out of his vehicle and exchanging words with another driver.
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Shortly after he returns to his vehicle, a soldier carrying a rifle approaches and throws a punch at him, sparking a fight.
The situation quickly escalates into a full-blown brawl, with personnel from both sides exchanging blows as shocked bystanders look on.
The exact cause of the confrontation remains unclear as of the time of filing this report.
The incident reportedly occurs as the President departs the venue of an official engagement during his visit to the state.
President Tinubu is in Bayelsa to inaugurate projects, where he reaffirms his administration’s commitment to addressing insecurity nationwide.
He also pledges continued investment in the armed forces, assuring that his government will keep providing training and equipment to tackle insurgency, banditry, and other security threats.
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