Panic erupted along a busy Lagos expressway on Friday, April 11, 2025, when a defiant driver refused to comply with military checkpoint instructions and sped off with a Nigerian soldier clinging to the bonnet of his vehicle. The incident, captured by stunned eyewitnesses, has since gone viral across social media platforms....READ ORIGINAL & FULL CONTENT FROM SOURCE | READ ORIGINAL & FULL CONTENT FROM SOURCE...
The soldier, reportedly trying to stop the driver for routine questioning, was seen spread across the vehicle’s bonnet as the driver swerved through traffic at high speed. Shouts from onlookers and motorists warning of danger fell on deaf ears as the reckless driver continued without stopping for several kilometers.
Security officials later confirmed that the soldier had been stationed at a checkpoint in the area as part of ongoing traffic and security surveillance operations. The identity of the driver remains unknown, but authorities are said to be tracking the vehicle using CCTV footage and mobile surveillance systems.
Witnesses say the vehicle, a black Toyota Camry with tinted windows, ignored multiple attempts to flag it down before accelerating into oncoming traffic. Several motorists reportedly had to veer off the road to avoid collision, heightening the chaos.
Military authorities have condemned the act, describing it as a “blatant assault on a uniformed officer” and warning that such lawless behavior would not go unpunished. Legal experts are predicting a string of charges for the suspect, including attempted manslaughter, obstruction of duty, and endangering public safety.
Lagos State traffic and security agencies have also responded to the incident, emphasizing the need for public cooperation at checkpoints amid increasing threats of vehicle-related crimes. The soldier involved, according to a military source, escaped with minor injuries and has since received medical attention.
This harrowing scene highlights the growing tension between civilians and uniformed personnel across Nigerian roads. As the investigation intensifies, the public is being urged to remain calm and report any sightings or information that could lead to the arrest of the suspect.