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Banex Plaza Confrontation Intensifies As Soldiers Strike Back
- Soldiers Retaliate After Assault by Traders
- Tensions Escalate at Banex Plaza
- Videos Capture Chaotic Confrontation
Eko Hot Blog reports that in an escalation of the earlier conflict at Banex Plaza, Abuja, soldiers of the Nigerian Army retaliated against traders who had assaulted their colleagues.
The chaotic scenes unfolded after a viral video showed a group of traders overpowering and attacking some soldiers during a heated altercation.
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Retaliation by Irate Soldiers Visibly irate, the soldiers stormed the electronics and telecommunications market, prompting civilians and traders to flee in panic.
Disturbing footage captured the moment the soldiers arrived, with some seen physically punishing individuals caught in the fray.
“The soldiers came to complain about a phone, leading to an argument that turned violent,” recounted trader Abdul.
Traders Seek Refuge, Police Intervene Fearing reprisals, several traders locked up their shops to avoid potential harm amidst the rapidly deteriorating situation.
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command swiftly deployed intelligence officers to de-escalate the tension and restore order.
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Grave Concerns Over Escalating Violence The violent confrontation has raised grave concerns about public safety and the escalating tensions between security forces and civilians.
Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances that led to the initial altercation and the subsequent retaliation by the soldiers.
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