Military Explains Detention of Online Personality

The Nigerian Army has shed light on the circumstances surrounding the apprehension of Justice Mark Chidiebere, a prominent blogger and social media influencer also known as Justice Crack, as revealed in an official statement signed by Colonel Appolonia Anele, Acting Director of Army Public Relations.

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The Army's attention was drawn to a social media post by Chidiebere in which he highlighted grievances voiced by some soldiers concerning their feeding and overall welfare, prompting an investigation into a possible breach of the Armed Forces' Social Media Policy and the dissemination of misinformation.

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Preliminary findings from the investigation revealed that Chidiebere had engaged in discussions with the soldiers that allegedly aimed to incite discontent and subversion within the ranks, with the Army noting that such actions have significant implications for discipline and national security.

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A statement from the Army emphasized that a situation in which civilians encourage vulnerable personnel to engage in subversive activities has far-reaching consequences for discipline and national security, as stated in the phrase "a situation where civilians cultivate vulnerable personnel towards acts of subversion has far-reaching implications on discipline and national security".

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Justice Chidiebere was arrested alongside the concerned soldiers for further investigation, and while the soldiers remain in military custody, Chidiebere has been transferred to the relevant civil authorities for additional investigation and potential prosecution.

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The Nigerian Army reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the rule of law and assured that it will continue to collaborate with relevant agencies to ensure justice is served, as stated in the phrase "We will continue to act within the ambits of the law in safeguarding our sovereignty".

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The Army's full statement outlined the details of the incident, including the initial complaint made by some soldiers regarding their feeding and welfare, which was posted on social media by Chidiebere, and the subsequent investigation into the matter for breach of the Armed Forces' Social Media Policy and an attempt to misinform the public.

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The statement also highlighted the findings of the preliminary report, which revealed that Chidiebere had discussed a range of issues with the soldiers, including a chat that bordered on subversion, and emphasized the importance of preventing civilians from cultivating vulnerable personnel towards acts of subversion.

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The Nigerian Army's commitment to collaborating with relevant agencies to ensure justice is served was reiterated, with the assurance that the Army will continue to act within the bounds of the law to safeguard its sovereignty.