The Nigerian Navy has confirmed the apprehension of its personnel who engaged in a public altercation with other military officers in Bayelsa State during the visit of President Bola Tinubu on Friday.

The dispute, which has gained widespread attention on social media, was captured in a 53-second video showing a heated confrontation between uniformed personnel.

In the video, a driver of a Hilux vehicle with “Naval Police" written on it is seen stepping out of his vehicle and exchanging words with another driver in an army vehicle.

A few minutes after returning to his vehicle, an armed soldier approached and threw a punch at the Naval Police driver, sparking a chaotic brawl.

Reacting to the news through a post on his X handle on Saturday, the Director of Naval Information, Navy Captain Abi Folorunso, confirmed that the individuals involved in the incident have been detained and are currently facing disciplinary action.

“The affected personnel are in custody and already undergoing appropriate administrative and disciplinary procedures in accordance with extant military regulations,” he asserted.