The internet is currently on fire after a shocking video surfaced online showing a Nigerian police officer openly threatening to shoot and kill any citizen who attempts to record him while he is performing his duties.

What Happened?

In the viral clip, the yet-to-be-identified officer can be seen visibly enraged, pointing his weapon and shouting at onlookers and motorists.

Instead of de-escalating the situation, the officer boldly declared that nothing would happen to him if he took a citizen’s life just for holding up a smartphone.

“I will kill you and nothing will happen! Don’t dare record me on duty!” the officer was heard barking in the video, sparking immediate fear and anger from the crowd.

Is It Illegal to Record the Police in Nigeria?

Let’s clear this up once and for all because accountability is a must. No, it is NOT illegal to record a police officer on duty.

In fact, the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) has stated multiple times that citizens have the absolute right to record police officers, especially when they are acting unprofessionally or attempting to extort the public.

• The Reality: Smartphones have become the ultimate shield for the average Nigerian against unjust harassment.
• The Danger: Despite official statements from the police high command, officers on the street continue to treat cameras like loaded weapons, often assaulting citizens who try to document their actions.

This is coming at a time when Nigerians are demanding total transparency and a complete overhaul of police-citizen interactions.

Over to you, NaijaTunesHub family: Have you ever been harassed for trying to record an incident? What do you think is the permanent solution to this endless friction between the police and the public?