A female officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has died following a tragic accident during a display exercise in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.
The fatal incident reportedly occurred during a “show of force” operation carried out by the Corps’ Female Strike Force, also known as the Female Squad. A 58-second video of the event surfaced on social media on Saturday, quickly drawing widespread attention.
In the footage, a black operational van with red wheels bearing the inscription “Female Squad” is seen moving in formation, with another van labeled “Female Strike Force FCT Command” trailing behind.
During a maneuver, the lead vehicle made a turn and accidentally ran over one of the female officers, trapping her underneath.
Moments after the incident, fellow NSCDC personnel and bystanders rushed to the scene. The video shows several officers working together to lift the van in a desperate attempt to free the injured officer, who was subsequently moved into a waiting ambulance.
Although the Corps has yet to release an official statement, NSCDC spokesperson Afolabi Babawale confirmed the officer’s death in a telephone conversation on Saturday afternoon, according to reports.
As of the time of filing this report, the identity of the deceased officer has not been disclosed.
Babawale reportedly stated that a comprehensive statement would be issued to clarify the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident.
The development has sparked conversations about operational safety protocols during public security drills, with many awaiting further details from the Corps.
