Video: Student heading to write WAEC exam allegedly shot by police while chasing suspected ‘yahoo boys’

Abdullateef Fowewe

A heartbreaking incident unfolded this morning at Akala Express, Ibadan, when the operatives Nigeria Police Force, in pursuit of suspected “yahoo boys,” fired at a vehicle’s tires but accidentally shot a secondary school student on his way to sit for his WAEC examination.

Video link: Student heading to write WAEC exam allegedly shot by police while chasing suspected ‘yahoo boys’

The student was mistakenly targeted amid the high-speed chase, sparking outrage and concern across the community.

Oriyomi Hamzat, a prominent resident, arrived promptly at the scene to assess the situation and coordinate emergency response efforts.

However, it was gathered that authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the tragic error, while the student receives urgent medical attention.

This incident has raised critical questions about law enforcement tactics and the safety of innocent bystanders during police operations as netizens angrily trending #EndPoliceBrutality.