A dispute at Kubwa Market in Nigeria’s capital has landed a civil defence officer in police custody after shots were reportedly fired during a confrontation.

Police identified the officer as Onoja Samuel, a deputy superintendent with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). The incident took place on October 25, 2026, after an argument reportedly broke out following a complaint involving his wife and local traders.

According to police, Samuel went to the market after learning that traders had allegedly assaulted his wife. The confrontation escalated, and he is accused of firing several rounds into the air.

Responding officers detained Samuel and recovered a CZ pistol along with 17 rounds of 9mm ammunition, police said.

The officer remains in custody as investigators examine the circumstances surrounding the incident. The allegations have not yet been decided by a court.

Following the arrest, Federal Capital Territory Commissioner of Police Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi called on personnel from other security agencies to coordinate their activities with local police divisions.

The investigation is continuing.