A Nigerian man was asked to clean a dirty gutter after allegedly being caught stealing in Ghana

A Nigerian man reportedly faced public humiliation after he was allegedly caught stealing in a community in Ghana, where residents reportedly compelled him to clean a filthy roadside gutter before handing him over to local authorities.

According to eyewitness and Viral Video circulating on social media, the incident occurred in a busy neighborhood where the suspect was accused of attempting to steal valuables from a shop. Residents claimed they quickly apprehended him before he could escape.

Videos and photos shared online showed the man being ordered to remove debris, mud, and waste from a clogged drainage channel while a crowd watched. Some bystanders were heard warning others against taking the law into their own hands, insisting that the suspect should be handed over to the police after the public punishment.

Witnesses alleged that the cleaning exercise lasted for several minutes before local security personnel arrived at the scene. The suspect was later escorted away for further questioning.

The incident has sparked mixed reactions on social media. While some users argued that the public humiliation could discourage criminal activities, others condemned the act, saying anyone accused of a crime should be treated in accordance with the law and allowed to face due legal process.