PIDOM: Police Reveal Why Popular Whistleblower, Known for Exposing Top Govt Officials’ Corruption, Was Arrested
Nigeria Police Force Arrests Whistle-Blower PIDOM for Leaking Classified Documents.
The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the arrest of whistle-blower Bristol Isaac Tamunobiefiri, also known as PIDOM, on charges related to the leakage of classified documents and cyber-related offenses.
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PIDOM, renowned for exposing corruption involving federal and state governments, security agencies, and private entities, was apprehended on August 5, 2024, in a Rivers State hotel room by officials from the National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCCC).
Assistant Commissioner of Police Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the NPF spokesman, issued a statement confirming the arrest. He detailed that PIDOM faces serious allegations that compromise government operations’ integrity. These charges include unlawful possession and leakage of classified documents, among other cyber-related crimes.
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The statement read: “In a well-coordinated effort, officials from the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCCC) apprehended Bristol Isaac Tamunobiefiri, also known as PIDOM, 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 against the suspect, including unlawful possession and leakage of classified documents, cyber-related offenses, and more. We will conduct a thorough investigation into these matters.
“The force will leave no stone unturned to enforce the law and ensure a more secure nation for Nigerians,” the statement added.
PIDOM’s arrest highlights ongoing tensions between whistle-blowers and authorities in Nigeria, reflecting broader issues of transparency and accountability in governance.
