Armed Vigilantes Storm Corpers' Lodge, Strip, Beat Female Corps Member in Anambra, Video Trends
- A viral video has shown members of the Agunechemba Vigilante Group assaulting corps members in Anambra, leaving one victim beaten and stripped
- The operatives accused the NYSC members of being internet fraudsters despite their presentation of identification cards and uniforms
- Rights groups and Nigerians online are demanding urgent investigation, justice for the victims, and stronger protection for corps members
A disturbing video has surfaced on social media showing armed vigilante operatives brutally assaulting a female corps member and her colleagues in Anambra state.
The operatives, identified as members of Operation Udo Ga-Achi, also known as the Agunechemba Vigilante Group, were seen storming a corps members’ lodge and attacking occupants despite their efforts to prove their identity.
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The incident, which reportedly occurred on July 23, 2025, gained widespread attention after it was shared by the Haven 360 Foundation on Facebook.
Corps member stripped naked and assaulted
In the footage, a corps member identified as Jennifer Edema Elohor was stripped naked, beaten, and left bleeding while men carrying guns hurled degrading threats at her.
According to the Haven 360 Foundation, the vigilantes accused the corps members of being internet fraudsters. The foundation said the victims presented their NYSC identification cards and uniforms to confirm their status but were still subjected to violence.
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“We strongly condemn the brutal assault and violation of rights of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members by operatives of Operation Udo Ga-Achi or ‘Agunechemba Vigilante Group’ in Anambra State,” the group wrote.
The foundation further noted that the attack went beyond physical violence, as the corps members were forced to endure humiliating and sexually degrading threats.
Elohor’s ordeal, in particular, has drawn outrage, with human rights advocates calling it an assault on both dignity and national values.
Nigerians react to disturbing video
Netizens have condemned the conduct of the errant security operatives who dehumanised the card-carrying corps members in the disturbing video despite knowing their identities.
Many questioned who gave the local vigilantes the authority to go after alleged internet fraudsters to the extent that they resorted to an untoward approach in executing the unsanctioned and largely unconstitutional operation.
Legit.ng has compiled some of top comments made about the trending clip below:
Elvira Obire said:
That’s why state police is not necessary, legalizing guns and ammunitions will be a better option. Because of security operatives are not properly dressed and conducted the guns and arms will decide.
Edidiong Benson said:
Have you seen that Police brutality is not about the uniform but about our mentality as a people? Imagine common Vigilante
Musa Rabiu Dagbaje commented:
If it was in Northern Nigeria this happened Igbo people will be commenting Zoo Zoo. I'm just waiting to see their comments.
Prince Igbokah Adriano said:
No Matter her offense, She doesnt deserve this treatment. Pls Can we all tag and invite the only person that can ensure she gets Justice?
Prosper Okpue said:
There are two sides to every story. Brutality is not law enforcement. It is barbarism.
Lawyers react after Lagos corper slammed Tinubu
Previously, Legit.ng reported that a corps member’s claim that officials of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) threatened her for criticizing President Bola Tinubu’s administration has sparked reactions from legal experts.
Amid this development, prominent lawyers have weighed in on the controversy, emphasizing the constitutional right to freedom of expression while acknowledging NYSC's regulations.
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