A deeply disturbing video has emerged showing the moment uniformed men violently stormed an Assemblies of God church in Ughelli, Delta State, assaulting the pastor and his wife before spraying tear gas directly on their faces.
The shocking footage, which has gone viral on social media, has sparked widespread outrage among Nigerians who are demanding answers about the circumstances that led to such a violent confrontation in a place of worship.
What Happened at the Ughelli Church?
According to the viral video making rounds online, the incident occurred when several men in uniform forcibly entered the church premises during what appeared to be a regular service or church activity.
The uniformed men proceeded to physically assault both the pastor and his wife before deploying tear gas on them—a move many Nigerians have condemned as excessive and unjustifiable, especially within a sacred space.
Nigerians React with Shock and Anger
The video has generated massive reactions across social media platforms, with many Nigerians expressing disbelief that such an incident could occur in a house of God.
“This is completely unacceptable! Whatever the issue might be, there are better ways to handle it than storming a church and attacking a man of God and his wife,” one Twitter user commented.
Others have called for immediate investigation into the matter, demanding that authorities identify the uniformed men and explain the circumstances that warranted such aggressive action.
Questions Remain Unanswered
As at the time of this report, several questions remain unanswered:
– What was the reason for the raid on the church?
– Which security agency do these uniformed men belong to?
– Was there a warrant or legal basis for their actions?
– What exactly transpired before the violent confrontation?
The Delta State Police Command has not yet released an official statement regarding the incident, leaving many Nigerians in the dark about the true nature of what transpired.
A Growing Concern
This incident adds to growing concerns about the use of force by security operatives in Nigeria, particularly in situations involving civilians and religious gatherings.
Many are calling for restraint, proper training, and adherence to professional conduct by all uniformed personnel, regardless of the circumstances.
As this story continues to develop, Nigerians are watching closely to see what action will be taken and whether justice will be served for the pastor and his wife who were assaulted in their own church.
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This is a developing story. We will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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