Ivorian artist and comedian DJ Ramatoulaye was arrested on Tuesday by law enforcement. According to several reliable sources, his arrest is a direct result of the release of a controversial video that went viral on social media, in which he allegedly trampled or walked on the Ivorian flag .

The widely shared and commented-on video sparked a wave of public outrage . Many internet users denounced it as a serious attack on a symbol of the Republic , calling for a swift and decisive response from the authorities. This public pressure on digital platforms helped propel the issue to the forefront of national news.

According to available information, DJ Ramatoulaye is currently in police custody and is expected to be brought before judicial authorities in the coming hours. At this stage, no official statement has yet specified the charges against him, but the alleged acts could constitute an offense against national symbols , a crime strictly defined by Ivorian law.

While emotions remain high on social media, several voices are calling for caution and respect for the presumption of innocence , reminding everyone that only the justice system is authorized to determine the facts and assign responsibility. The case also reignites the debate on the responsibility of artists and content creators in relation to state symbols in the age of digital virality.

The progress of this legal procedure is now highly anticipated, while public opinion remains suspended on the first official reactions from the competent authorities.