Drama erupted in a residential compound recently after a security man reportedly locked tenants inside the premises over a delay in the payment of his monthly salary.
The incident, which has since gone viral on social media, shows the security guard taking matters into his own hands after allegedly not receiving his salary on time. The video capturing the tense standoff has been widely shared, sparking debate about workers’ rights and employer responsibilities.
Security man locks tenants
According to reports, the security man had locked the doors of the compound he was assigned to after his employer allegedly failed to pay his monthly wages. At the time of the incident, the tenants were inside the compound and were seen trying to reason with him in the video, while he insisted that no one would be allowed to leave until the salary issue was resolved.
“Nobody is going out of this compound until my salary is paid,” the security man was heard saying in the video. The situation quickly drew attention online, with many expressing opinions about the fairness of the security guard’s actions.
Public reactions
The video has sparked mixed reactions among netizens. Some social media users criticized the tenants for allegedly failing to pay the security man on time, while others condemned the guard for taking such drastic action.
One user, tayo.dev, commented: “I pay my security bimonthly — 15th and last day of the month. Security staff are among the employees you should take care of and treat well.”
Another, ekene_jr, remarked: “They should pay him. Owing your security man is actually a security risk.”
loveth_arena added: “Do people need to beg to be paid their salary? Oga ooo. We really need to do better.”
_chysom_m wrote: “And you dey laugh? What is funny about owing someone their salary?”
tonyochiab said: “See how you are laughing; to you it is funny. He will risk his life for you and when he is due for payment you won’t pay him. Not fair sir.”
The video has since ignited a larger conversation on social media about the treatment of security personnel and the importance of timely wage payment. Many people are calling for stricter enforcement of labor rights to prevent such incidents in the future.
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