A viral video has stirred strong reactions across Nigeria after the Chief of Army Staff reportedly said that any pardoned bandit can become anything in the country even a president or a soldier if he chooses to. Click on read original to watch video involved.
The statement, which spread across WhatsApp, X (Twitter), and Facebook within hours, has left many Nigerians confused, shocked, and angry.
In the video, the Army Chief explained that when a bandit is fully pardoned by the government, he becomes a free citizen with all the legal rights of any Nigerian. According to him, once someone has been forgiven by the state, “he is no longer a criminal but a citizen with full privileges.” WATCH VIDEO: “I Don’t Think President Tinubu Is Alive And If He Is, He Should Address Nigerians,” VDM Says
A Statement That Sparked Fire
Many Nigerians who watched the video felt the statement was too bold and careless, especially considering the pain and trauma caused by bandits over the years. Communities in the North and Middle Belt have suffered killings, kidnappings, and destruction, and the idea that such individuals could later hold high positions shocked many people. If you’re reading from phoenix click on read original to watch video involved.
