"High handedness" refers to a behavior or action that displays arrogance, superiority, or a lack of consideration for others. It means someone is acting in a domineering or controlling manner. Full definition
Against the backdrop of allegation of high handedness by the military in the manner troops attacked the zealousness of Biafra agitators and Shiite Islamists, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Gabriel Olonisakin has assured that the Nigerian military will continue to ensure that Nigeria remains -LSB-...] (securitykingng.org)
The Rights group specifically lamented the undue applications of high handedness by the armed security forces who deployed crude and violent tactics that resulted in the gunning down of unarmed protesters including Children young enough to be Governor Okorocha grandchildren. (nigeriapoliticsonline.com)
The lawmaker stated this while lambasting Bello over his alleged high handedness in handling the issue of security in the state. (dailypost.ng)