The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested a man identified as Innocent Chukwuma in Oyigbo, Rivers State, for allegedly using his social-media account to call for a military takeover of government. (Sahara Reporters)
Chukwuma, who used the “X” handle @TheAgroman, reportedly posted:
“A coup in Nigeria is needed. Dispose of APC, suspend the Nigerian Government, and join the AES. That is all we need now. It will happen eventually. Nigerians, the military needs your support now! Only them can save this country.” (Leadership News)
He further said:
“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. Support them.” (Sahara Reporters)
Arrest details & investigation
According to security sources, the DSS “trailed” Chukwuma to Oyigbo where he was taken into custody and is currently cooperating with investigators. (Vanguard News)
As of the time of writing, the DSS has not issued a public statement detailing charges or next steps. (Daily Post)
Legal & security implications
Calls for overthrowing a democratically-elected government and urging the military to intervene may qualify as incitement to treason or other serious offences under Nigerian law. (Sahara Reporters)
The incident highlights the monitoring of social-media activity by security agencies and raises questions about the boundaries between free speech and illegal incitement. Some observers argue that while freedom of expression is critical, advocating for military overthrow is outside those protections. (Sahara Reporters)
Wider context
The arrest comes amid reports of heightened intelligence activity and concern within the security services over potential destabilisation plots. (Sahara Reporters)
Social-media users have reacted strongly: some view the arrest as necessary given the nature of the statements, while others raise concerns about overreach or selective enforcement. (Nairaland)
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