The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested 31-year-old Buriba Israel of Jambutu, Yola South Local Government Area, in connection with alleged cyberbullying and criminal intimidation of a First-Class Chief, Hamman Bachama, Daniel Samaila.
In a statement issued on Friday by the spokesman for the command, Suleiman Nguroje, the command condemned the use of social media platforms for cyberbullying, criminal intimidation and the circulation of unverified and offensive allegations against traditional institutions and respected members of society.
According to the statement, preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect allegedly made and circulated social media publications containing accusations against the traditional ruler.
“The publications were considered offensive, disparaging, and capable of undermining their reputation and dignity.
“The suspect was arrested following a formal complaint and a subsequent Police investigation into the alleged online activities. Relevant electronic devices and other materials linked to the alleged offences have been recovered and are undergoing further forensic examination as the investigation continues,” the statement read. Related News Police arrest 31-year-old man for cyberbullying in Adamawa Ogun youths torch police stations after father-of-newborn’s killing Mali junta using cybercrime laws to silence journalists, IPI warns
