Category: DSS

DSS and Military Neutralize 45 Bandits Loyal to Dogo Gide in Niger State

Shidali Khadijat Ajechi

Tactical teams from the Department of State Services (DSS), backed by the Nigerian military, launched a daring surprise raid and killed at least 45 bandits around Kuchi town in Munya Local Government Area of Niger State. The joint operation, carried out stealthily, dealt a significant blow to bandits loyal to notorious kingpin Dogo Gide and marked another victory in the ongoing offensive against terrorism in the region. Security sources confirmed that DSS operatives tracked the bandits with precision and foiled their plan to invade villages in Kuchi. The bandits, reportedly…

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FG Turns Back 8 Foreigners Without Visas

Shidali Khadijat Ajechi

The Federal Government last week turned back eight foreigners who attempted to enter Nigeria without valid visas. Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, disclosed this during an interview on TVC News, monitored in Abuja on Sunday night. He stated that the Ministry will no longer allow foreigners to enter the country without proper documentation. On Friday, Dr. Tunji-Ojo met with the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) to outline new enforcement measures for regulating the entry and exit of individuals into the country. “I told the Airline Operators of Nigeria that…

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DSS Pays Sokoto Businessman ₦20m, Provides Free Medicare Over 2016 Accidental Shooting

Shidali Khadijat Ajechi

The Department of State Services (DSS) has paid ₦20 million in compensation and enrolled a Sokoto businessman in its medical care system, fulfilling a long-standing promise after operatives mistakenly shot him during a 2016 operation. In mid-March, DSS Director-General Mr. Tosin Ajayi approved the payment of ₦10 million, in compliance with a 2018 Federal High Court ruling. The court, presided over by Justice Muhammed Shittu Abubakar in Bauchi, had ordered the DSS to compensate the businessman after operatives injured him during a mistaken identity incident in Jos, Plateau State. Mr.…

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Security Operatives Nab Two Kidnap Suspects in Abuja, Sokoto

Shidali Khadijat Ajechi

Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) arrested two suspected kidnap kingpins during a covert operation at Hajj camps in Abuja and Sokoto. The suspects, Yahaya Yakubu and Sani Aliyu Galadi, were preparing to travel to Saudi Arabia when officers apprehended them at the camps. Security sources said the DSS had monitored both men for over a year before the arrests adding that the operatives used routine screening procedures at the Hajj camps to identify and arrest the suspects. Officers arrested Yakubu who resides in Paikon-Kore village, Gwagwalada Area…

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NEW DGSS ASSUMES OFFICE

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The newly appointed Director General of the Department of State Services, Mr Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi, MON has assumed office on 28th August, 2024. DSS Spokesman Peter Afunanya said ”He was warmly received by the immediate past DGSS, Alhaji Yusuf Magaji Bichi, CFR, fwc, who briefed him on related issues. Both of them recalled moments that they worked together in the past and reflected on the respect and admiration they have for each other. The two of them later addressed Management and Staff of the Service”. ”While the outgone DG urged…

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DSS Gets New Director General

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The President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has appointed Mr Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi, as the Director General, Department of State Services. Director PR and Strategic Communications, Peter Afunanya In a statement issued on Monday said “Mr Ajayi is a thoroughbred and versatile Intelligence Officer. Recruited into the Service in 1990 as a cadet officer, the new DG has received several trainings in diverse areas of management, security leadership, critical thinking, human resources among others from within and outside the country. He has also held many command positions including State Director of Security…

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DSS Warns Against Planned Nationwide Protest, Cites Risk of Violence and Anarchy

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The Department of State Services (DSS) has issued a warning regarding a planned nationwide protest against economic hardship in Nigeria. The agency disclosed on Thursday that it has identified the sponsors behind the protest and urged them to reconsider, arguing that the demonstration is not in the country’s best interest. In a press statement signed by Dr. Peter Afunanya, Director of Public Relations and Strategic Communications, and released to Vanguard, the DSS expressed concerns that the protest could be hijacked by elements intending to incite chaos and extreme violence. The…

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EID EL-KABIR: DSS Cautions Celebrants to be Vigilant

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The Department of State Services DSS has advised Muslim faithful’s to be security conscious during the Sallah celebration. Director, PR & Strategic Communications, DSS Headquarters, Peter Afunanya shared this in statement dated 15th June 2024. The statement reads in part ”it is strongly advised that while engaging in religious and social activities during the period, celebrants should be cautious and observe all necessary personal security procedures. Similarly, operators and patrons of malls, fun places, markets, parks and railway stations among others are to be vigilant and ensure strict compliance to…

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DSS Alerts Public Over Planned Protests

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The Department of State Services (DSS) has uncovered plot by ‘certain individuals’ and ‘groups’ to stage physical protests in some parts of the country on 12th June, 2024. Director, PR & Strategic Communication DSS Headquarters Dr. Peter Afunanya disclosed this in a statement obtained by TV Platinum. He said “The protests are designed with sinister objectives to coincide with the Democracy Day Celebration. While citizens may have the rights of assembly and expression, such freedoms should not be used to undermine public safety and national security”. “The determination by some…

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DSS Celebrates EID-EL-FITR With Muslim Ummah

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The Department of State Services (DSS) wishes to celebrate the Eid-El-Fitr festival with the Muslim Ummah. It heartily congratulates them on the peaceful completion of the Ramadan, which is a period of fasting, prayer and reflection for the Muslim faithful worldwide. While joining them to thank Allah for the opportunity to complete this auspicious obligation, the Service shares with them, the core values of the festival which include love, mercy and compassion. These morals resonate deeply with the ideals of peace, harmony and generosity that are fundamental to our country’s…

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DSS Felicitates Christians On Easter

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The Director General, Management and Staff of the Department of State Services (DSS) has felicitated with Christian faithful’s on the celebration of Easter. It also uses this opportunity to call on Nigerians to draw lessons from the forbearance and humility of Jesus Christ and apply the same in their daily affairs. In a statement issued by the Peter Afunanya, Director, PR & Strategic Communications of the DSS He said “The Service reminds them to use the event which illustrates sacrifice and forgiveness to refocus their love for one another, the…

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DSS Wishes Christians and the Muslim Ummah Peaceful Lent and Ramadan Seasons

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The Department of State Services DSS, has identified with the Christian and Muslim faithful at their Lent and coming Ramadan seasons respectively. The DSS through it Director, PR & Strategic Communications, Peter Afunanya, extended its heartfelt felicitations for peace, unity and harmony to adherents of these faiths. Afunanya said “The DSS recognises the significance of these sacred rites and enjoins worshippers to promote understanding, compassion and respect for one another during and after the exercises. It appeals to stakeholders to refrain from economic exploitation, sabotage or profiteering during these important…

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