The charges, filed before the Federal High Court in Abuja, Case No. FHC/ABJ/CR/610/2025, from posts Onukwume made on his social media account in October 2025. The DSS claims that the posts urged the removal of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, the suspension of the federal government, and support for a military takeover.

In the charge, DSS counsel A.M. Danalami outlined that Onukwume’s actions violated several legal provisions, including Sections 46A(1) and 59(1) of the Criminal Code Act, as well as Section 24(1)(b) of the amended Cybercrimes Act, 2024.

Among the controversial statements attributed to Onukwume, one read, “A coup in Nigeria is needed. Dispose of APC, suspend the Nigerian government, and join the AES. That is all we need now.” Another post reportedly stated, “It will happen eventually, Nigerians. The military needs your support now! Only they can save this country.” Onukwume also allegedly wrote, “Tinubu has to go and APC has to die for Nigeria to have any semblance of normal life.”

He further dismissed the power of elections, claiming, “If you think your stupid votes can remove Tinubu, I’m here to tell you that you’re a fool.”

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The DSS highlighted that these posts were repeatedly shared on Onukwume’s account, intensifying concerns over his calls for insurrection.

Onukwume, a resident of Umusayo Layout in Oyigbo Local Government Area, Rivers State, is expected to be arraigned later this week.

This incident comes amid rising tensions following reports in October of an alleged military plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu’s government.

While these reports sparked public outrage, with senior lawyers, civil society groups, and retired military officers condemning any attempts to undermine Nigeria’s democracy, the Defence Headquarters has dismissed the coup rumors, stating there were no plans or detentions related to a military takeover.

Source: Punch