Tag: DSS
Dismissed DSS operatives finally arrested
The DSS has confirmed the arrest of two former personnel, Barry Donald and Victor Onyedikachi Godwin, who were earlier dismissed…
DSS issues alert on dismissed operative gone rogue Victor Godwin
The Service said Godwin have been engaging in unscrupulous activities aimed at defrauding members of the public using its name.
Tinubu Defamation: Sowore’s arraignment adjourned
The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the arraignment of Sahara Reporters publisher, Omoyele Sowore, over alleged false claims…
“No, you can’t form shadow government,” Court tells Pat Utomi
Justice Omotosho said he had perused the country’s constitution and there was no part that supports the formation of a…
Freedom, responsibility, and the need for peace in our democracy
In light of recent exchanges between the Department of State Services (DSS) and activist Omoyele Sowore, I feel compelled, as…
Sowore vows to fight ‘digital dictatorship’, sues DSS, Meta, X
Sowore's suit was in response to suit filed against him earlier on Tuesday by the Federal Government for allegedly cyberbullying…
DSS slams criminal charges on Sowore over anti-Tinubu posts
Sowore, the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) in 2019 and 2023, in the charge is accused of…
Terrorism: Court grants prayer for accelerated trial of Al-Barnawi, 4 others
The U.S. had, in 2012, placed a $5 million (£3.5m) bounty on Al-Barnawi’s head after branding him one of three…
DSS issues Sowore ‘One week ultimatum’ to delete social media post on Tinubu
According to Uwem Davies, DSS Director of Legal Services, Sowore’s comments have stirred public anger and could lead to unrest,…
Sowore, DSS clash over social media post on Tinubu, X reacts
Sowore said on Sunday that he would not be forced to remove the tweet, describing the DSS move as an…
DSS orders X to delete Sowore’s post on Tinubu
In a letter sent to the CEO of X Corp. on Saturday, DSS Director-General B. Bamigboye said Sowore’s post insulted…
Benue, Plateau massacres: DSS slams 75-year-old man, others with terror charges
The offence, the DSS said, was contrary to and punishable under Section 12 of the Terrorism Prevention and Prohibition Act,…
Vote-buying scandal: Police, DSS bust man with ₦25.9m ahead of Kaduna By-Election
During the operation, operatives recovered ₦25.9 million in cash, allegedly earmarked for inducing voters.
Troops nab notorious gunrunner Bulyami Shuaib in Taraba
Shuaib, is suspected to be key player in arms trafficking within the region.
Shadow Govt: Court fixes date for judgement in DSS’ suit against Pat Utomi
Justice Omotosho had, on June 25, informed the parties on the need to invite at least six eminent experts in…