DSS Arraigns Chidiebere Justice Mark for Cybercrime Charges

Chidiebere Justice Mark was brought before the Federal High Court in Abuja by the Department of State Services (DSS) on allegations of cybercrime. He faces three counts related to the dissemination of false information via social media, specifically concerning the welfare of Nigerian Army personnel.

The charges include knowingly disseminating false information with the intent to provoke public discontent, which violates Section 24(1)(b) of the Cybercrime (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act of 2015 (as amended). The second count accuses him of publishing a video that incited fear and disturbed public peace, contrary to Section 59 of the Criminal Code Act.

The third count alleges an attempt to commit a felony by distributing content capable of causing public unrest, punishable under Section 509 of the Criminal Code Act. During the proceedings, Justice Joyc Abdulmalik inquired if a bail application had been filed, to which the defense counsel, Marshal Abubakar, responded negatively.

The case has been adjourned to May 25, 2026, for trial, with Mark remanded in DSS custody pending further proceedings.