Justice Crack Takes Nigerian Army, Chief Of Army Staff To Court, Demands ₦5bn

Social media activist Chidiebere Justice Mark, popularly known as Justice Crack, has instituted a ₦5 billion lawsuit against the Nigerian Army, the Chief of Army Staff and the Attorney-General of the Federation over alleged violations of his fundamental rights.

According to Bush Radio Academy, the suit was filed before the Federal High Court in Abuja, where Justice Crack alleged that he was arrested, detained and subjected to torture by personnel of the Nigerian Army over an alleged false publication and an alleged breach of the Army’s social media policy.

The activist further alleged that his Hyundai saloon car was seized and impounded by the Army on April 28, 2026. According to his claims, the vehicle was released on June 9 but was allegedly returned in a damaged condition.

Justice Crack is asking the court to declare the alleged actions of the Army and its officers unconstitutional, unlawful and illegal.

He is also seeking an order restraining the Nigerian Army and its officers from further arresting, detaining or investigating him in connection with the matter.

In addition, the activist is demanding ₦5 billion in exemplary damages over what he described as humiliation, harassment, intimidation, hardship and suffering allegedly caused by the respondents.

He is seeking a further ₦100 million in damages over the alleged seizure and damage to his vehicle, as well as ₦200 million in general damages.

The suit places the allegations before the court, where the parties are expected to present their respective positions as the legal proceedings continue.