The Nigerian Army has explained the circumstances surrounding the arrest of popular blogger and social media influencer, Justice Mark Chidiebere, also known as Justice Crack.
In an official statement signed by the Acting Director of ArmyPublic Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, the Army said its attention was drawn to a social media post by Chidiebere where he highlighted complaints made by some soldiers regarding their feeding and general welfare.
According to the statement 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.
It said a situation where civilians cultivate vulnerable personnel towards acts of subversion has far-reaching implications on discipline and national security.
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.

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