The Anambra State Road Traffic Management Agency has suspended three of its female officers who were filmed fighting with a police traffic officer at Aroma Junction in Awka, the state capital.
The incident, which occurred recently, was captured on video and widely shared on social media.
The footage showed the officers, still in their uniforms, engaging in a physical brawl over money supposedly given to them by a motorist.
The fight took place in the middle of the road, causing a traffic jam and attracting a large crowd of onlookers.
The Managing Director and CEO of ARTMA, Emeka Okonkwo, addressed the incident in a press statement on Thursday.
He expressed regret and said, “The Anambra State Road Traffic Agency acknowledges the recent incident involving three of our personnel, who were filmed engaging in a physical altercation over monetary disputes with a member of another traffic agency at Aroma Junction while on duty.”
Okonkwo assured the public that the agency is taking the matter seriously. “We wish to assure the public that we have conducted a thorough investigation into the matter. As a result, the personnel involved have been placed on immediate suspension pending further disciplinary actions,” he said.
He added that ARTMA is committed to upholding high standards. “ARTMA has long been recognised for its dedication to maintaining order and ensuring effective road and traffic management in Anambra State. This incident does not reflect the standards and values upheld by our agency. We deeply regret the conduct of these individuals and understand the negative impact it may have had on public trust.”
The agency reaffirmed its commitment to delivering reliable and professional traffic management for the state.
