Department of State Services Tells Court Kaduna Man’s Tweet About Benjamin Netanyahu Could Cause International Conflict

 Department of State Services Tells Court Kaduna Man’s Tweet About Benjamin Netanyahu Could Cause International Conflict

Nigeria’s secret police, the Department of State Services (DSS), has told a court that a social media post made by a Kaduna resident could potentially drag Nigeria into an international diplomatic crisis similar to the tensions between Israel and Iran.

The DSS made the claim in a counter-affidavit submitted before the Federal High Court of Nigeria sitting in Kaduna in the case between the Federal Government and a Nigerian citizen identified as Abubakar Adamu.

Authorities say Adamu, who operates the X (formerly Twitter) account @AbbakarAffan, was arrested after allegedly posting comments on social media that were considered threatening and capable of inciting violence related to Middle East politics.

In the affidavit opposing the suspect’s bail request, a DSS operative identified as Jones Gabriel told the court that he personally participated in the investigation that led to the arrest.

According to the DSS officer, the suspect allegedly admitted to the charges when confronted with evidence obtained from his social media activities.

The agency further argued that the offences involved are serious and may carry severe penalties, including life imprisonment if the defendant is found guilty.

One of the major allegations against the defendant involves a post on X in which he allegedly called for the elimination of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

The DSS told the court that such comments could escalate beyond social media and trigger international diplomatic tensions.

According to the affidavit, the agency believes the post could potentially lead to an international conflict involving Nigeria, similar to the ongoing hostility between Israel and Iran.

The security agency also opposed granting bail to the defendant, claiming that releasing him could pose a threat to national security.

Investigators further alleged that the suspect has a history of making threats against individuals who disagree with his religious or ideological views.

The DSS also claimed that Adamu may have connections with foreign intelligence actors who allegedly recruit Nigerians to fight in foreign military forces in countries such as Ukraine and Russia.

According to the agency, the suspect had previously travelled to locations including Benghazi in Libya and Cairo in Egypt, raising concerns that he might flee the country if granted bail.

For these reasons, the DSS urged the court to keep the suspect in custody while the case continues.

The agency also told the court that it operates under the laws of Nigeria and carries out its duties in line with the directives of the federal government.