A video footage has surfaced, capturing Naval ratings from Operation Flush engaging in the assault of civilians in Abia state.
The video shows navy operatives forcefully invading a salon, physically assaulting female customers and workers using sticks and forcibly expelling everyone from the premises.
Additionally, the personnel are seen allegedly confiscating phones from the victims.
Reports from residents have highlighted concerns over the conduct of Operation Flush operatives, accusing them of consistently violating the rights of Abians.
The allegations include intimidation, extortion, and theft, further exacerbating the situation.
The emergence of the video evidence has sparked widespread outrage and demands for immediate action to address these disturbing allegations. Calls for a comprehensive investigation and accountability for the alleged misconduct have intensified.
Authorities in the state have been urged to respond to the video evidence swiftly, conduct a thorough and transparent investigation, and hold those responsible for any unlawful actions accountable.
An investigative journalist who shared the video on X wrote:
”Dear Governor Alex Otti, your attention is urgently needed here because this act is highly condemnable. See Naval personnel of the Operation Flush you recently set up in Abia state.
”They invaded a saloon, beat up female customers and workers with sticks, chased everyone out of the saloon, then stole their phones. This nation has been relegated to the dogs.
”Governor Alex, these operation flush members go about violating the rights of Abians, intimidating them, extorting and stealing from them.”
Watch the video below:
Dear Governor Alex Otti @alexottiofr, your attention is urgently needed here because this act is highly condemnable. See Naval @NigerianNavy personnels of the Operation Flush you recently set up in Abia state. They invaded a saloon, beat up female customers and workers with… pic.twitter.com/CjpdLpZofz
— 99% OPPRESSED. (@PIDOMNIGERIA) November 1, 2023
