A whistleblower on X, Bristol Isaac Tamunobiefiri also known as ‘PIDOM’ is set to be arraigned in court next week.
The spokesman for the Nigerian Police Force (NPF), ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi disclosed this in a statement where he announced PIDOM’s arrest.
“In a well-coordinated effort, operatives from the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCCC), popularly called “cyber hawks,” have apprehended Bristol Isaac Tamunobiefiri, also known as ‘PIDOM,’ over alleged document leaks,” Adejobi said.
“The suspect was arrested by cyber hawks, headed by Uche Ifeanyi, a Commissioner of Police, on allegations of committing serious offenses that undermine the integrity of government operations.
“The arrest took place on August 5, 2024, in his hotel room in Rivers State.
“There are several allegations levelled against the suspect, including unlawful possession, leakages of classified documents, cyber-related offenses, and others.
“We will ensure due diligence in carrying out a thorough investigation into the cases.
“The force will leave no stone unturned to continually enforce the law and provide Nigerians with a more secure nation.”
Adejobi issued the statement in reaction to investigative journalist, David Hundeyin’s disclosure that the anonymous whistleblower on X, 99% Oppressed who posts as #PIDOMNIGERIA is alive in police custody and will be arraigned in court next week.
Hundeyin had earlier announced his disappearance in an article titled “SOS Alert: PIDOM NIGERIA Is Missing (And I Think We May Know Who Has Him)”, alleging the involvement of the Nigerian security operatives.
