Several residents of Bunkpurugu in the North East Region have sustained injuries following alleged assaults by military personnel deployed to enforce a curfew imposed amid a chieftaincy dispute.

The affected residents claim some soldiers have been entering homes during curfew hours, assaulting occupants and damaging property.

According to the residents, about four people are currently receiving treatment at the Bunkpurugu Hospital for injuries allegedly sustained during the incidents.

Some of the victims have spoken to Channel One News about their experiences, while their families are calling for an investigation into the alleged assaults and justice for those affected.

One of the victims alleged that military personnel entered his home at about 3am, damaged his door and assaulted occupants.

“They came to our house around 3am. They have even destroyed my door. I am appealing to government to call them to order. My brother is injured; he cannot walk,” he said.

He added that he also sustained injuries during the alleged assault.

“I sustained injuries on my back and right foot. Your target should be those who are disobeying the law outside, not those of us inside our houses,” he said.

The residents have appealed to the government and relevant authorities to investigate the allegations and take appropriate action if wrongdoing is established.

They are also calling for measures to ensure that the enforcement of the curfew does not result in further injuries or alleged abuse of residents.

The allegations come as security personnel continue efforts to maintain order in Bunkpurugu amid tensions linked to the chieftaincy dispute.