A routine show-of-force exercise in Abuja took a tragic turn on Friday when a female officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps was reportedly run over by one of the corps’ operational vehicles.
The incident occurred during a coordinated drill in the Federal Capital Territory.
Eyewitnesses said the exercise, designed to display operational readiness, descended into chaos when a moving vehicle struck the officer.
A video circulating on social media, credited to X user Emmanuel, captured tense moments just before the accident, showing officers marching and vehicles maneuvering in formation.
Screams and a sudden halt to the exercise followed, highlighting the severity of the mishap.
Sources described the incident as accidental, but it has reignited concerns over safety protocols during paramilitary drills, particularly operations involving heavy vehicles.
Experts emphasize the need for strict safety measures to prevent such tragic occurrences during official exercises.
As of press time, the NSCDC had not released an official statement, and the exact condition of the officer remains unverified.
The development has prompted an outpouring of concern from the public, calling for a thorough review of operational safety standards.
