VIDEO: Market women confront police officers over alleged extortion attempt

A heated confrontation between Edo State market women and police officers has surfaced in a viral video, capturing the women resisting an alleged extortion attempt.

In the clip, the women are heard firmly declaring, “We are not going to give you any ₦50,000,” while voicing their frustration and anger at the officers.

Watch the video below;

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The exact circumstances leading to the altercation remain unclear, but the video shows the market women standing united against the alleged demand.

As of now, authorities have yet to issue an official statement regarding the incident or the officers involved. The video has sparked widespread reactions on social media, with many Nigerians condemning the alleged behavior and calling for accountability within the police force.

Thediscovererng.com reports that the incident adds to the growing demand for reforms to ensure fairness and transparency in police operations across the country.