DSS arrest Man who asked Military to remove Tinubu

The Department of State Services has arrested a man from Port Harcourt, Rivers State, for allegedly using social media to advocate for the military to overthrow the government. The suspect, identified as Innocent Chukwuma, was taken into custody in the Oyigbo area following an investigation into his online activities.

Security sources confirm that Chukwuma used his X (formerly Twitter) handle @TheAgroman to publish multiple posts calling for unconstitutional change of government. His messages specifically urged the Nigerian military to remove the current administration and suspend constitutional governance.

In one post, Chukwuma wrote: “A coup in Nigeria is needed. Dispose of APC, suspend the Nigerian Government, and join the AES. That is all we need now.” Another message stated: “The bastard in Aso Rock has basically sold this country to the West, and they run our intelligence apparatus. Only the military can reset this country.”

The DSS began tracking the account after the posts gained attention online. Investigators verified the account’s activity and located the suspect in Oyigbo, where they made the arrest and seized electronic devices believed connected to the social media activity.

A security official familiar with the case stated that Chukwuma is cooperating with investigators. The suspect remains in custody while authorities examine his digital footprint and any potential connections to individuals who may have amplified his messages.

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Legal experts note that calls for military intervention and suspension of Nigeria’s constitution constitute serious criminal offenses. The country’s cybercrime legislation and constitutional provisions both contain penalties for advocating unconstitutional changes of government.

This arrest occurs amid broader security concerns in Nigeria. Recent weeks have seen increased attention on military discipline, with the Defence Headquarters acknowledging the detention of several officers for what it termed “professional misconduct.” The military has repeatedly denied rumors of coup plots while emphasizing its commitment to democratic governance.

Public reaction to the arrest has been divided on social media platforms. Some citizens support the DSS action as necessary for national stability, while others question whether security agencies should prioritize what they describe as online rhetoric over addressing pressing security challenges like kidnapping and terrorism.

The Department of State Services has indicated the arrest serves as a deterrent against what it considers threats to public order. Officials emphasize that advocating military takeover represents a direct challenge to Nigeria’s constitutional democracy and will be treated with appropriate seriousness.

As the investigation continues, authorities will determine whether to formally charge Chukwuma in court. The case highlights ongoing tensions between freedom of expression and national security concerns in Nigeria’s digital space, particularly regarding calls for political change outside constitutional frameworks.