Ghana lauds Nigeria, DSS for rescuing 44 nationals from trafficking network
The Ghanaian government has praised Nigerian authorities for rescuing 44 Ghanaian nationals from a trafficking network involved in fraudulent recruitment schemes.
I have no regrets over my actions as minister – Malami
Former Nigerian Attorney-General Abubakar Malami asserts he has no regrets regarding his ministerial actions despite facing serious criminal charges.
DSS arrests gunrunner with 832 rounds of ammunition in Cross River
Operatives of the Department of State Services in Nigeria arrested a suspected gunrunner with 832 rounds of ammunition hidden in food items in Cross River State.
Tinubu’s DG DSS appointment strategy that ended sit-at-home
The Anambra State governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has taken decisive actions to end the Monday sit-at-home by closing key markets, a move praised by those concerned about the economic implications.
DSS arrests suspected ESN commander, IPOB member in Enugu
The Department of State Services in Nigeria has arrested a suspected commander of the Eastern Security Network and a member of the Indigenous People of Biafra in connection to violent attacks on police stations in Enugu State.
Jigawa women march in support of DSS over Walida Abdulhadi case
Hundreds of women in Jigawa State, Nigeria, demonstrated their support for the Department of State Services in a case concerning Walida Abdulhadi, a woman allegedly abducted by a DSS officer.
Owo Church Attack: Suspect Details DSS Arrest in Court
A suspect in the Owo church attack has described his arrest by the Department of State Services in court, highlighting the circumstances surrounding his detention.
El-Rufai: DSS detains five over airport incident, N1bn suit hangs
The DSS has detained five security personnel related to the airport incident involving former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai's return to Nigeria.
Lawyer questions minister and DSS over the alleged age of abducted Jigawa girl
The family lawyer of a Jigawa girl, Walida Abdulhadi, is challenging claims made by a minister and the DSS regarding her age in the context of her alleged abduction.
DSS arrests teacher claiming responsibility for Obi’s attack
The Department of State Services in Nigeria has arrested a man for claiming responsibility for an attack on presidential candidate Peter Obi.
BREAKING: DSS arrests suspect over attack on Peter Obi, others in Edo
A suspect named Udeme Sunday Stephen has been arrested by the DSS over his alleged involvement in an attack on Peter Obi and other party officials in Edo State.
DSS arrests suspected mastermind of Kogi, Kwara kidnappings
The Department of State Services has arrested Shafiu Usman, a suspected mastermind behind multiple kidnappings in Kogi, Kwara, Niger, and Zamfara states.
DSS arrests suspect behind abduction of worshippers in Kogi
The Department of State Services in Nigeria has arrested Shafiu Usman, the alleged mastermind behind a December 2025 church attack and subsequent kidnappings across several states.
DSS hands over missing Jigawa teenager to state govt
The Department of State Services has released Walida Ibrahim, a missing teenager from Jigawa State, to the state government following an investigation into her disappearance.
DSS witness testifies in EFCC chairman’s defamation case
A witness from the Department of State Services testified in a defamation case against the chairman of Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission regarding alleged false claims made on social media.
DSS arrests sixth Owo church attack suspect after four-year manhunt
The Nigerian Department of State Services has captured the sixth suspect in the 2022 St. Francis Catholic Church attack, following a lengthy investigation.
Nigeria: Court Shifts DSS Bid to Arraign El-Rufai On Alleged Cybercrimes to April 23
A Federal High Court in Abuja has postponed the arraignment of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai on cybercrime charges to April 23 after he was unable to appear due to an ongoing investigation by the ICPC.
DSS arrests sixth suspect in 2022 Owo church massacre
The Nigerian Department of State Services has apprehended a sixth suspect linked to the 2022 Owo church massacre, as part of a broader investigation into terrorist activities in the country.
DSS arraigns El-Rufai February 25 over NSA phone interception, cybercrime
Nasir El-Rufai, the former Governor of Kaduna State, is set to be arraigned by the DSS for allegedly intercepting the phone lines of the National Security Adviser and committing cybercrime.
N432 billion probe: EFCC detains El-Rufai, DSS on standby
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai was detained by the EFCC as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged corruption involving N432 billion.
Nigeria: Rights Activist Wants EFCC, DSS to Probe El-Rufai Over Alleged Corruption, Insecurity
A rights activist has urged Nigeria's EFCC and DSS to investigate former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai over allegations of corruption and mismanagement of security during his tenure.
Olubadan cracks down on land grabbers, hands suspect to DSS
The Olubadan of Ibadanland has intensified efforts against land grabbing, resulting in the arrest of a suspect who was handed over to the Department of State Services.
DSS warns of another possible Kwara attack, OPC declares emergency
The DSS issues a security alert regarding a potential attack on the Gbabe community in Baruten LGA, following a recent deadly assault on Woro community.
Court orders police, DSS to probe evidence deletion in fraud case
A Nigerian court has mandated an investigation into evidence tampering in a N10bn fraud trial following a confession by a court official regarding interference by one of the defendants.
JUST IN: DSS arraigns Malami, son over firearms possession
The Department of State Services has charged former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami and his son Abdulazeez with terrorism financing and illegal possession of firearms before a Federal High Court.