The Anambra State Road Traffic Management Agency (ARTMA) has suspended three of its female officers after they were caught on camera in a physical altercation with a police traffic officer at Aroma Junction in Awka, the state capital. The incident, which involved a dispute over money allegedly given to them by a motorist, was captured on video and widely circulated on social media.
The video, showing the four women—three ARTMA officers and one police traffic officer—engaged in a brawl while in uniform, has sparked significant backlash online. The fight, which took place in the middle of the road, caused traffic congestion and drew a large crowd as onlookers and motorists slowed down to watch.
In response to the incident, ARTMA Managing Director and CEO Emeka Okonkwo issued a statement on Thursday expressing regret over the behavior of the officers, emphasizing that it did not align with the agency’s values and standards. He confirmed that the three ARTMA officers involved have been immediately suspended pending further disciplinary action.
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“The Anambra State Road Traffic Management Agency acknowledges the recent incident involving three of our personnel who were filmed in a physical altercation over monetary disputes with a police officer at Aroma Junction while on duty. We have conducted a thorough investigation, and the involved personnel have been suspended pending further disciplinary actions,” the statement read.
Okonkwo also reassured the public of ARTMA’s commitment to maintaining order and delivering professional traffic management in Anambra State. He acknowledged the negative impact the incident may have had on public trust and reiterated the agency’s dedication to upholding its mission.
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