A social media commentary by writer Azuka Jebose has ignited fresh controversy around popular activist Harrison Gwamnishu, with a series of allegations resurfacing about the human-rights campaigner’s past activities and online behaviour.
In the lengthy post, Jebose questioned Gwamnishu’s credibility, citing what he described as “disturbing patterns” allegedly reflected in the activist’s social media history between 2010 and 2019.
The writer claimed that several posts and appeals made during the period suggested “possible deception”, although many have since reportedly been deleted.
Jebose alleged that Gwamnishu at one time faked a kidnapping incident, prompting friends and followers to raise funds for his purported ransom until the story was allegedly exposed as false. According to the writer, Gwamnishu apologised to supporters after the claim was debunked.
He also accused the activist of falsely claiming kidney failure, alleging that millions of naira were raised for his treatment. A donor who reportedly visited the supposed hospital location allegedly found no record of Gwamnishu’s admission. Jebose claimed that the incident sparked outrage among donors and led to further online backlash before another apology was issued.
The commentary further alleged that Gwamnishu once posed as a lawyer, uploading photos of himself in legal attire. According to Jebose, a Delta-based activist accused him of collecting ₦1.5 million as “bail money,” after which Gwamnishu again apologised.
Jebose also referenced a business venture called Anioma Garri, claiming that investors accused the activist of failing to deliver promised products. He stated that Gwamnishu refunded some individuals after the matter gained public attention.
Another claim by Jebose involved a 2023 incident in which Gwamnishu reportedly went online expressing suicidal thoughts due to significant debt. He alleged that the video appealed to public emotions and attracted donations.
Jebose also alleged that Gwamnishu supported the controversial figure Chinmark, who was later accused of defrauding investors. He further added that the activist had, in earlier years, styled himself as “Prince,” and that he had previously married, sharing a photo from what he described as Gwamnishu’s traditional wedding.
Jebose concluded by warning members of the public to exercise caution when interacting with personalities who gain popularity through dramatic rescue stories or confrontations with kidnappers, adding that “those claiming success stories… may be kidnappers themselves.”
As of the time of filing this report, Gwamnishu had not publicly responded to the latest set of allegations. The claims contained in the commentary remain unverified, and no independent evidence has been presented to substantiate them.
