DSS Charges Muhammad Ibrahim with Terrorism Offenses

Muhammad Ibrahim has been arraigned by the Department of State Services (DSS) on four counts related to terrorism activities and identity fraud. A Federal High Court in Abuja ordered his detention at Kuje Correctional Centre until November 16, 2026, when his trial is set to begin.

The charges against Ibrahim include the unlawful possession and transportation of 170 rounds of AK-47 live ammunition, which he allegedly concealed in a cooler for delivery to Imrana Halilu in Dankama village, Katsina State, in February 2025. Additionally, he is accused of providing logistical support to terrorist groups and failing to disclose information about gun-running activities to law enforcement.

The fourth charge involves fraudulently obtaining a Nigerian National Identity Management Commission identity card linked to a National Identification Number (NIN). These alleged offences violate the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022, and the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act, 2015.

Justice Salim Ibrahim is overseeing the case.