DSS Defends Actions After Atiku's Protest Claims in Sokoto
The Department of State Services (DSS) has countered allegations made by former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, who claimed the agency was recruiting protesters to incite unrest in Sokoto State. The DSS stated that on October 31, 2026, its operatives were injured while protecting the African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate, Mannir Daniya, from a mob attack.
The operatives successfully evacuated Daniya to safety, and he later expressed gratitude to the State Director of the Sokoto Command, requesting additional security. The DSS emphasized that its operations are aimed at protecting members of all political parties, contradicting Abubakar's claims.
Additionally, the DSS mentioned the arrest of Monday Udeme Steven in Rivers State for threatening National Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi, who was subsequently sentenced to two years in prison. The DSS has ordered an investigation into Abubakar's allegations while maintaining its commitment to accountability.
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