Nigeria, May 3 -- The Nigerian Army has defended the arrest of a social media influencer and activist, Justice Chidiebere, popularly known as "Justice Crack," stating that he is being investigated over alleged attempts to incite discontent among soldiers.

In a statement issued on 2 May, army spokesperson Appolonia Anele said the arrest followed soldiers' complaints about how their welfare concerns were portrayed on social media.

According to the army, preliminary findings suggest that Mr Chidiebere engaged soldiers in discussions that "bordered on subversion," including conversations that allegedly encouraged dissatisfaction within the ranks.

"It is important to state that a situation where civilians cultivate vulnerable personnel towa...