Runaway Soldier Who Declared Tinubu Wanted Has Been Arrested, Faces Severe Punishment – Report
Runaway Soldier Who Declared Tinubu Wanted Has Been Arrested, Faces Severe Punishment – Report
In a dramatic twist to an unfolding saga that has shocked the Nigerian military and political establishment, a rogue Nigerian soldier who went viral for declaring President Bola Ahmed Tinubu “wanted” has reportedly been arrested. Sources within military intelligence confirm that the soldier, whose identity is yet to be officially released, was tracked down and apprehended by security operatives earlier this week.
The soldier, who deserted his post several months ago, made headlines after releasing a controversial video online in which he called for the arrest of President Tinubu, accusing him of gross misgovernance, economic sabotage, and betrayal of national trust. The video quickly circulated across social media platforms, sparking outrage from government loyalists and raising concerns about growing discontent within the armed forces.
According to an exclusive report obtained by Daily Reporters Network, the runaway soldier was arrested in a coordinated operation involving military intelligence and the Department of State Services (DSS). He is currently in custody at a secure military facility in Abuja, where he is undergoing intense interrogation.
The Nigerian Armed Forces take issues of insubordination, desertion, and acts capable of undermining national security very seriously. This soldier not only deserted his duty post but also made treasonous allegations against the Commander-in-Chief. He will be court-martialed in line with military law.
Legal experts say the soldier could face charges of mutiny, desertion, incitement against the state, and conduct prejudicial to military discipline — offenses that could attract severe penalties, including a life sentence or the death penalty if found guilty by a military tribunal.
Meanwhile, public reactions to the soldier’s arrest have been sharply divided. While some Nigerians have condemned his actions as reckless and dangerous, others see him as a whistleblower who dared to speak truth to power in an increasingly repressive environment.
Opposition voices and civil society groups are calling for transparency in his trial and urging the military not to trample on his fundamental human rights.
As the case unfolds, Nigerians and the international community will be watching closely to see how the military handles this sensitive issue that has now become both a national security concern and a symbol of wider public unrest.
