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DSS Arrests Man Over Online Posts Urging Military to Overthrow Tinubu’s Government



The Department of State Services (DSS) has apprehended a man in Oyigbo, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, for allegedly using social media to incite the military to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.

The suspect, identified as Innocent Chukwuma, was accused of using his X (formerly Twitter) handle, @TheAgroman, to make posts that openly called for a coup in Nigeria. His arrest has since sparked mixed reactions online, with many Nigerians debating the limits of free speech and national security concerns. Eyes Of Lagos reports,
What the Suspect Posted

According to reports, Chukwuma took to X to post a series of messages encouraging the armed forces to seize power from the current government. In one of his controversial posts, he allegedly wrote:

“A coup in Nigeria is needed. Dispose of APC, suspend the Nigerian Government, and join the AES. That is all we need now.”

He further claimed that the country’s problems could only be solved through military intervention, writing:

“It will happen eventually. Nigerians, the military needs your support now! Only them can save this country.”

In another post, Chukwuma reportedly made a derogatory statement about the President, saying:

“The man in Aso Rock has basically sold this country to the West, and they run our intelligence apparatus. Only the military can reset this country. Support them.”

These remarks, viewed as incitement to treason, quickly drew the attention of security operatives, leading to his arrest in Oyigbo after several days of monitoring his online activities.
DSS Moves In

Sources close to the DSS confirmed that the suspect was picked up quietly without resistance. He was then transferred to an undisclosed location for interrogation.

A senior security officer, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said:

“The DSS will not tolerate any form of incitement that threatens Nigeria’s democracy. Anyone caught promoting instability or calling for military takeover will face the full weight of the law.”

The source further added that the agency had been tracking Chukwuma’s activities for weeks, noting that his posts had gone viral among certain online groups that shared anti-government sentiments.
Public Reaction and Debate

Following the news of his arrest, social media platforms were flooded with diverse opinions. While some users argued that Chukwuma’s comments amounted to treasonable felony, others claimed that his arrest was an attack on freedom of expression.

One user wrote on X:

“You can’t go online and openly ask the military to overthrow an elected government. That’s not free speech — that’s treason.”

Another commented:

“Instead of arresting him, the government should focus on addressing the frustrations that make people lose faith in democracy.”

Legal experts have also weighed in on the issue. Barrister Tunde Oladipo, a constitutional lawyer, stated that calls for a coup are criminal under Nigerian law, as they constitute incitement against a democratically elected government.
He said:

“No democracy in the world tolerates such statements. The constitution is clear — the military must remain under civilian authority. Any public encouragement of rebellion is a serious offense.”

Government’s Firm Stance on National Security

The Tinubu administration has consistently reiterated its zero-tolerance policy toward any attempt to destabilize the nation. Recently, the government warned citizens against spreading false information or making statements capable of inciting unrest.

The Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, had earlier emphasized that the government would protect democratic institutions and punish those attempting to undermine national peace.

He stated:

“Freedom of speech does not include the right to call for insurrection or treason. The DSS and other agencies are on alert to deal decisively with individuals or groups who promote instability.”

A Growing Trend of Online Radicalism

Security analysts believe the rise of online radicalism and political extremism poses new challenges for law enforcement. Social media has given individuals a platform to express frustration, but experts warn that calls for coups or rebellion cross the line into national security threats.

The DSS is expected to issue an official statement soon, clarifying the next steps in Chukwuma’s case.

As investigations continue, Nigerians are reminded that while freedom of expression is a constitutional right, it comes with responsibility and legal boundaries.

https://eyesoflagos.com/dss-arrests-man-over-online-posts-urging-military-to-overthrow-tinubus-government/

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They should continue picking the enemies of peace.
Tribalistic people

Nigeria is not a family meeting..it is national project.

So, why is that some people are still acting like the 2023 election is not yet over..

I blame the British for uniting us..

This is really impressive. Let see if the lamba master he is supporting will rescue him from the DSS net.

Innocent Chukwuma don fold, deleted his account on Twitter " @TheAgroman " yet the DSS still fish him out.

That's treasonable offense. He should go and defend what he meant.

New social media act will soon take effects. There is freedom of speech but reckless statements won't be tolerated

When I warn nam him shalaye say dem nor fit do anything.

To all you children of bitterness who speak carelessly about government issues, remember when the law catches up with you, it’s your mother who will suffer most.

She’ll travel from Onitsha to Abuja, begging and calling countless family meetings just to raise your bail money.

KUJE prison is the nearest place you’ll see before freedom comes.

So, be wise stay out of government matters you don’t understand.

They monitored his online activities for weeks before arresting him.

Certain people were displaying ransom money online and they weren't monitored at all.

God bless Nigeria.

madridguy:
This is really impressive. Let see if the lamba master he is supporting will rescue him from the DSS net.

Some of them just like to learn in a bitter way. The experience he never had before about prison and interrogating life, he would have some bites.

Same fate awaits more stubborn head people

This is actually very funny. I done burst laugh trowey.


Chai I pity the guy they want to use him as a scapegoat and send fear down the spines of Nigerians. I dont actually blame them. Gen Z protest are becoming the talk of the day. From Nepal,kenya to Madagascar, Sri lanka. There is a pandemic of revolution. But I trust the black man he'll always sell his brother for slavery

IPOB terrorists and bitterness are like 5 and 6 🤣

His family will be running around now. He landed himself in a big mess just because of likes and share. The irony of it is that, he lived in the region of the run away minister that they went to look for yesterday.

He even make the tweet before the real coup planning was leaked. I guess he is fully in the coup and want to test Nigerians reaction of the coup.

helinues:
Some of them just like to learn in a bitter way. The experience he never had before about prison and interrogating life, he would have some bites.

Same fate awaits more stubborn head people

Him go see bitterness that pass him own inside DSS custody.

yarimo:
IPOB terrorists and bitterness are like 5 and 6 🤣

The usual S-C-A-P-E G-O-A-TS of Nigeria. Hahaha hahaha hahaha 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣.

Na for their head we dey always break coconut. Hahaha hahaha 🤣.

This person is definitely also on Nairaland.


Dem no dey ever hear word lol.

DonEd:
They monitored his online activities for weeks before arresting him.

Certain people were displaying ransom money online and they weren't monitored at all.

God bless Nigeria.

Toh!!
According to hellanus.

Where that hellanus dey sef?

It was so easy to guess there the man came from,he should go and deputize Kanu in prison…but let the new service chiefs first have a word with him

sreamsense:
Before I opened the thread, I knew it must be one of the hatred filled ipob supporter. When they instigate or encourage criminality and get arrested, they will now be shouting: they hate me because I am ipob

. He is not igbo. He is an Ikwerre/Benin man please

My only anger is it did not succeed
Baba God why
The celebration for loud on the streets

DonEd:
They monitored his online activities for weeks before arresting him.

Certain people were displaying ransom money online and they weren't monitored at all.

God bless Nigeria.

Just imagine

I think he was born after Abacha ruling, if not, he supposed to know that both civilian and military government are corrupt but democracy in Nigeria is more far better than that of military misused rule.

Those his statements on X about coup would have sent him to grave if he dare talk rubbish under military.
For DSS to picked him, that means he still enjoys democracy.

Gen Z people.

It is understandable that the statement is treasonable but most of the antagonists of this same today in government openly said same when they were in the opposition. Hypocrites!

madridguy:
His family will be running around now. He landed himself in a big mess just because of likes and share. The irony of it is that, he lived in the region of the run away minister that they went to look for yesterday.

He even make the tweet before the real coup planning was leaked. I guess he is fully in the coup and want to test Nigerians reaction of the coup.

he will b asked questions his forefathers have no answers to

sreamsense:
Before I opened the thread, I knew it must be one of the hatred filled ipob supporter...

Guess the below fella was IPOB too back then? He is in government today o. You see the evil wish for or being condone anyday have ripple effects.

Make DSS free the man. Tinubu should do the right thing and stop propagating lies. If he is doing the right thing, he will not be scared of any coup plot. Cause Nigerians will be against it. If say this coup succeed Nigerian for celebrate am.

He must provide answers oooo

BATified2023:
he will b asked questions his forefathers have no answers to

So dss can track people online yet kidnappers can't be tracked

Some people who could not stomach election loss are yet to overcome 2023 election loss. But that doesn't mean they should go to the length of committing treasonable offence,the consequences are too dire.

madridguy:
This is really impressive. Let see if the lamba master he is supporting will rescue him from the DSS net.

Innocent Chukwuma don fold, deleted his account on Twitter " @TheAgroman " yet the DSS still fish him out.

Same as AqualinaXYZ that he thinks he can run his mouth anyhow here. He thought he is invincible. Dey play... At a click he will get exposed.. his name is Charles from Porthacourt, stays in Okota area of Lagos .. computer graduate of Rivers state university. ......😁😁😁😁😁😁

Racoon:
Guess the below fella was IPOB too back then? He is in government today o. You see the evil wish for or being condone anyday have ripple effects.

Ipob never uses any current data in their life to back up their excuses. When that one you mentioned happened, can you count how many ipob/biafrans have entered jail on same mattered? You like dwelling on 1:50! You cite one occurrence to defend 50 similar occurrences for biafrans. If another ipob/ Biafran is still caught tomorrow or next, this one will still use same one he cited forever not minding how many ipobs had entered jail since then