JUSTICE CRACK: WHY WE ARRESTED SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCER- ARMY
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The Nigerian Army has provided details about the situation leading to the arrest of well–known blogger and social media personality, Justice Chidiebere, also referred to as Justice Crack.
In an official statement signed by Colonel Appolonia Anele, the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, and shared over the weekend, the Army explained that they became aware of a social media post by Chidiebere in which he mentioned concerns raised by some soldiers about their food and overall welfare.
While investigating the matter for possible breach of the Armed Forces’ Social Media Policy and spreading of misinformation, the Army said preliminary findings revealed that Chidiebere had engaged the soldiers in discussions that allegedly sought to incite discontent and subversion within the ranks.
“A situation where civilians cultivate vulnerable personnel towards acts of subversion has far-reaching implications on discipline and national security,” the statement read.
The Army disclosed that Justice Chidiebere was arrested alongside the concerned soldiers for further investigation. While the soldiers remain in military custody, Chidiebere has been handed over to the relevant civil authorities for additional investigation and possible prosecution.
The Nigerian Army reiterated its commitment to the rule of law and assured that it will continue to collaborate with relevant agencies to ensure justice is served.
“We will continue to act within the ambits of the law in safeguarding our sovereignty,” the statement added.
The full statement reads:
“The attention of the Nigerian Army was drawn to the complaint made by some soldiers regarding their feeding and other matters relating to their welfare as posted on social media by a blogger/social media influencer, Justice Mark Chidiebere (Justice Crack).
“While the matter is being investigated for breach of the Armed Forces’ Social Media Policy and an attempt to misinform the public, preliminary report reveals that the soldiers discussed wide range of issues with Justice Chidiebere who seemed to be inciting soldiers to create discontent within the system.
“An example was a chat bothering on subversion which Chidiebere had with the soldiers. It is important to state that a situation where civilians cultivate vulnerable personnel towards acts of subversion has far-reaching implications on discipline and national security.
“Hence, Justice Chidiebere was picked by the Nigerian Army alongside the soldiers for investigation. While the soldiers remain in own custody, Chidiebere has been handed over to the relevant civil authorities for further investigation and possible prosecution.
“The Nigerian Army remains committed to the rule of law and will continue to collaborate with relevant agencies to ensure justice is served. We will continue to act within the ambits of the law in safeguarding our sovereignty.”
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