ARTMA Suspends Three Female Officers Fighting Over Bribe

The Anambra State Road Traffic Management Agency (ARTMA) has suspended three of its female officers for engaging in a public brawl with a police traffic personnel.

The incident, captured on video and widely circulated on social media, occurred at Aroma Junction in the state capital.

The viral footage showed the officers, in their uniforms, exchanging blows over what appeared to be a dispute over money allegedly given to them by a motorist. The altercation caused significant traffic congestion as onlookers gathered to watch the spectacle.

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In a statement released on Thursday, ARTMA’s Managing Director, Emeka Okonkwo, condemned the officers’ actions, stating that they did not align with the agency’s values. He assured the public that the agency had initiated a thorough investigation into the matter and had taken immediate disciplinary action by suspending the involved officers.

Okonkwo emphasized ARTMA’s commitment to maintaining order and ensuring efficient traffic management in Anambra State. He expressed regret over the incident and its negative impact on public perception.

The agency has vowed to take further disciplinary measures against the officers following the completion of the investigation.