DSS Arrests Man in Rivers Over Social Media Call for Military Coup
The Department of State Services (DSS) says it has arrested a man in Oyigbo, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, after tracing social media posts that urged the military to overthrow the federal government.
Security operatives detained Innocent Chukwuma — who posts under the handle @TheAgroman on X — following a series of messages in which he called for a “coup in Nigeria” and urged citizens to back the military to “suspend the Nigerian government.”
In one post quoted by investigators, Chukwuma 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 added in a separate message that “the military needs your support now! Only them can save this country.”
The DSS confirmed the arrest and said the suspect is cooperating with investigators, according to sources. Further details about the arrest, including whether formal charges have been filed, were not immediately available.
Authorities have in recent years monitored online calls for violence and unlawful change of government more closely, saying such messages can undermine national security and public order. The DSS did not release a formal statement on the case at the time of reporting.
Local residents in Oyigbo told reporters that the arrest was carried out quietly and that security agents removed the suspect without incident. Neighbours described Chukwuma as active on social media but not previously known for violent behaviour.
The matter may attract further scrutiny from law enforcement and prosecutors as investigators review the posts and the suspect’s contacts and motives. The DSS has in the past warned Nigerians against using social platforms to incite violence or promote undemocratic actions.
We will update this story as more information becomes available from official sources.
