Controversy trails Nigerian Army operation in Enugu community

The controversy stems from a Nigerian Army operation in the Enugu community of Udi, where soldiers entered a village on 23 April 2024 to search for suspected bandits. Residents allege that troops looted homes, damaged property and assaulted civilians, while the army claims it acted on intelligence to neutralize armed criminals and that any misconduct is under investigation. Human‑rights groups have called for an independent probe, and the incident has sparked debate over military conduct and civilian safety in Nigeria’s southeast. Views Nigeria