The Nigeria Police Force, NPF, has confirmed the arrest of one Chike Ibezim, an entrepreneur, following a petition by former Minister of Works, Babatunde Fashola.
In a statement by , force spokesman, Muyiwa Adejobi, said Chike had a case to answer over alleged “malicious publication, cyber-bullying, and other related offences”.
Adejobi said the detention of the entrepreneur was “based on a court order”.
He said: “Contrary to speculations, we affirm that Mr. Chike is in lawful custody based on a court order, and his detention is in connection with a prima facie case of malicious publication, cyber-bullying, and other related offences that are still under investigation by the police.
“The arrest and detention of individuals are carried out in strict adherence to legal procedures and respect for individual rights.
“In this case, a court order was obtained, following a thorough investigation, which established an indictment on Mr Chike, who has given useful information and is assisting the police in the course of their investigation.”
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