Category: DSS

DSS to Organized Labour; Shun Protest in the Interest of Peace

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The Department of State Services (DSS) has urged the Organized Labour to shelve the plan to stage protests between 27th and 28th February, 2024 in parts of the country over sundry economic issues. in the interest of peace and public order. This is contained in statement issued by Director, PR & Strategic Communications of the DSS, Dr. Peter Afunanya The Statement reads in part ”While the Service recognises such action as the legitimate right of the labour movement, it, however, urges the body to shelve the plan in the interest…

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DSS Felicitates With Citizens On Christmas; Calls For Peace And Unity During And Beyond The Yuletide Season

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The Director General, Management and Staff of the Department of State Services have felicitated with Nigerians and indeed the general public on the occasions of Christmas and the coming New Year. The Service urges all and sundry to remain law abiding and peaceful during and after the celebrations. It calls on everyone to be security conscious and mindful of his/her environment. Similarly, operators and patrons of recreational/motor parks, fun places, worship centres, supermarkets and other public spaces should be alert and take appropriate measures to protect their facilities and the…

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EFCC, DG DSS, PRISON CG TO Appear Before House OF Reps Committee

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The House of Representatives has summoned the Director general of the State Security Service, Yusuf Bichi Magaji over alleged failed attempt by security agencies to forcefully remove the Former Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Godwin Emefiele from the custody of Nigeria correctional Centre, Kuje Abuja in defiance to a subsisting court order which granted him bail. Also to appear before the lawmakers to testify is the Controller General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Haliru Nababa and Chairman of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)Ola Olukoyede. Recall that,…

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DSS Cautions Politicians, Supporters, Others Against Inflammatory Statements

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The Department of State Services (DSS) says it has observed rising trends and patterns of incendiary comments by some personalities of influence and representatives of non-governmental entities within and outside the country, The agency says the statements are against public peace and harmony. Director, Public Relations and Strategic Communications, Department of State Services, Dr. Peter Afunanya in a press relase dated Thursday, 9TH November 2023 said “It is strongly believed that a resort to acerbic pronouncements by certain persons will not only heat-up the polity but set the ground for…

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Joint Operation Thwarts Planned Boko Haram Attack in Kano

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In a successful pre-emptive operation, the Nigerian Army and the Department of State Services (DSS) combined forces to avert an imminent attack by Boko Haram insurgents on Kano. The joint operation took place in the early hours of November 3, 2023, in Gezawa Local Government Area of Kano State. Its objective was to identify and apprehend suspected Boko Haram Terrorists (BHT) believed to be planning a significant operation in Kano. As a result, the troops took swift action and arrested two BHT suspects, who are currently in custody. During the…

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DSS Officially Confirms Release of Former EFCC Chairman, Abdulrasheed Bawa, Amid Speculation and Unanswered Questions

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The Department of State Services (DSS) has officially announced the release of Mr. Abdulrasheed Bawa, the former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). ‘ This development was confirmed by Dr. Peter Afunanya, the Director of Public Relations and Strategic Communications for the DSS, in a statement issued to reporters in the late hours of Wednesday 25th October, 2023. Dr. Afunanya conveyed that Mr. Bawa was set free on Wednesday night, marking the culmination of his detainment by the DSS. However, the statement did not provide explicit details…

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DSS Launches Directorate of PR, Strategic Communications; Appoints Dr. Peter Afunanya, Pioneer Director

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In a significant move towards enhancing public engagement, promoting democratic governance, and ensuring transparency and accountability, the Department of State Services (DSS) has established the Directorate of Public Relations and Strategic Communications (DPRSC). Dr. Peter Nnochirionye Afunanya, the former Public Relations Officer, has been appointed as the Director to lead this Directorate, overseeing the Service’s public communication efforts. This appointment officially commenced on September 26, 2023. The Service expresses its appreciation to Director General Alhaji Yusuf Magaji Bichi for the foresight behind this expansion and the selection of Afunanya to…

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Garki Market Incident: DSS Forms Internal Investigation Team and Covers Medical Expenses for Injured Individuals

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The Department of State Service (DSS) has established an internal investigative team to look into an incident that occurred at Garki Market in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, involving DSS personnel and members of the public. As the inquiry into the altercation is currently in progress, the DSS has taken the initiative to personally visit the two individuals who sustained injuries. These visits were conducted at separate hospitals where the injured parties are currently undergoing medical treatment. Additionally, the DSS has taken responsibility for covering the medical expenses and…

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DSS Apprehends Individuals Involved in Diverting Palliatives

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The Department of State Services (DSS) says it has received reports from various State Governments regarding the misappropriation or unauthorized sale of relief supplies designated for their citizens. According to the DSS Spokesman Peter Afunanya as a response to these reports, the DSS initiated thorough investigations into the allegations, leading to the recovery of some of the relief items and the apprehension of individuals involved in the fraudulent activities. Afunanaya said “While this operation is ongoing in other states, the Service has for instance, intercepted a suspected criminal syndicate in…

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We Have Uncovered Plot to Stage Violent Protest in the Country-DSS

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The Department of State Services (DSS) says it has uncovered plans by some elements in parts of the country to stage violent protests in order to discredit the Federal Government and security agencies over sundry socio-economic matters. DSS Spokesman Peter Afunanya revealed this in a statement dated 4th September, 2023. Afunanaya said ”Intelligence reports have indicated that the plotters include certain politicians who are desperately mobilising unsuspecting student leaders, ethnic based associations, youth and disgruntled groups for the planned action. Meanwhile, the Service has identified the ring leaders of the…

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Dss And Accusations Of Disobedience To Court Orders – Setting The Records Right

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By Peter N. Afunanya Ph.D, fsi Public Relations Officer Department of State Services (DSS) National Headquarters Abuja. Recently, the media is awash with various commentaries about DSS disobedience to Court Orders. These accusations, as wrong as they are, have peaked in the Emefiele saga. It may interest the public and indeed the avowed critics of the Service to note the following incidents and timelines to show that it has religiously obeyed Court orders in respect of the case and even others. In 2022, the Service commenced the investigation of Mr…

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Coalition of Peace In Nigeria (COPIN) Issues a Strong Warning Against Subversive Actions

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The Coalition of Peace In Nigeria (COPIN) has issued a stern warning to a faceless Northern group threatening to lead protests against the esteemed Director-General of State Services (DG SS), Alh. YM Bichi (fwc, CFR). COPIN vows to mobilize well-meaning Nigerians who are informed about the true state of affairs in the country for a counter-protest, should the Northern group persist with its ill-motivated and subversive actions. In a statement jointly signed by it National Coordinator Pharm. Emeka Akwuobi and Hajiya Fatih Yakub (National Secretary)said As a patriotic and non-profit…

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