Vigilante Assault: Anambra Corps Member Speaks Out
Jennifer Edema Elohor, a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member serving in Anambra State, has bravely spoken out about the horrific assault she and her fellow corps members endured at the hands of a State-backed vigilante group. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation from fellow corps members and residents in the Area.
According to Jennifer, the incident occurred when she was stopped by vigilante operatives on her way back from the market. Despite showing her NYSC uniform and ID card, she was accused of misconduct and manhandled by the operatives. “They accused me of things I didn’t do. Before I knew it, they descended on me, hitting me and calling me names. I kept screaming that I am a corps member, but they wouldn’t listen,” Jennifer recalled. The vigilantes allegedly subjected her to physical abuse, leaving her with bruises and emotional trauma.
Jennifer believes she was deliberately targeted and feels that the vigilantes’ actions were excessive and unprovoked. “I don’t know why they picked on me, but I strongly feel it was intentional. If not for passers-by who intervened, I don’t know what would have happened,” she said. The incident has raised concerns about the activities of vigilante groups in the State and the need for accountability.
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has condemned the assault, describing the conduct of the vigilante operatives as “unacceptable.” The NYSC’s reaction has brought attention to the need for protection and safety for corps members serving in various parts of the Country.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation from fellow corps members and residents in the Area. Many have described the actions of the vigilantes as “excessive and unprovoked,” and have called for an investigation into the incident. The Community’s reaction highlights the importance of ensuring that those tasked with maintaining law and order do not abuse their powers.
Jennifer’s experience serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by many in the country and the need for greater accountability and oversight of vigilante groups.
