A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the remand of a retired officer of the Department of State Services (DSS), Nwaogu Ihechimere Ezeakolam, at the Kuje Correctional Centre over allegations of supporting the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).
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Ezeakolam was arraigned on Thursday by the DSS on a four-count charge bordering on alleged terrorism-related offences. The agency accused him of providing support to the outlawed group through online activities and social media posts.
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According to the prosecution, the retired DSS officer allegedly rendered moral support to IPOB by sharing materials and information on the internet that promoted the activities of the organisation. He was also accused of joining the group and publishing messages intended to encourage members of the public to support its cause.
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The DSS further alleged that his actions violated Sections 13, 25 and 26 of the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022, as well as provisions of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act, 2015, as amended.
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When the charges were read before Justice Muhammed Umar, Ezeakolam pleaded not guilty to all four counts.
Following his plea, the prosecution requested a date for trial and asked the court to remand the defendant pending the commencement of proceedings.
Justice Umar granted the request and ordered that the retired officer be remanded at the Kuje Correctional Centre. The case was adjourned until October 29, 2026, for the commencement of trial.
According to the charge, the defendant allegedly used internet platforms and social media between 2025 and 2026 in Abuja and Abia State to circulate messages supporting IPOB. He was also accused of posting materials designed to persuade members of the public to support the proscribed organisation and advance its activities.
The prosecution maintained that the alleged offences were committed within the jurisdiction of the Federal High Court and are punishable under Nigeria’s anti-terrorism and cybercrime laws.
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