Sowore Claims DSS Handed ‘Justice Crack’ to Peter Akah, Calls for Activist Rally
Omoyele Sowore alleges the DSS presented Justice Mark Chidiebere to Peter Akah and plans to prosecute him, urging immediate activist mobilisation.

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*TL;DR: Human‑rights activist Omoyele Sowore alleges the Department of State Services (DSS) handed Justice Mark Chidiebere, known as “Justice Crack,” to Peter Akah and intends to prosecute the whistleblower, prompting a call for rapid activist action.*
Context The DSS, Nigeria’s internal security agency, has been under scrutiny after reports that it transferred a high‑profile activist from military custody to its own officials. The activist, Justice Mark Chidiebere, earned the nickname “Justice Crack” for his outspoken criticism of security forces. Sowore, a veteran pro‑democracy campaigner, posted his allegations on Facebook on Sunday.
Key Facts - Sowore states the DSS presented Justice Crack to Peter Akah at the agency’s headquarters. - In the same post, he says the DSS plans to prosecute the whistleblower. - He urges activists to mobilise immediately and demand the whistleblower’s release at the DSS office.
What It Means If the DSS proceeds with prosecution, it could set a precedent for silencing dissent within the security sector. Sowore’s demand for a public rally signals a potential escalation of civil‑society pressure on the agency. The call to gather at the DSS office may test the government’s tolerance for organized protest and could draw international attention to Nigeria’s handling of whistle‑blower cases. Watch for any official response from the DSS and the scale of activist turnout in the coming days.
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