DSS Refutes Atiku's Claims of Protest Organization in Sokoto

Atiku Abubakar, the Presidential Candidate of the opposition party, accused the Department of State Services (DSS) of colluding with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to undermine his party's scheduled rally in Sokoto. He alleged that the DSS was mobilizing protesters to create chaos, allowing the state government to impose a curfew and prevent the ADC from campaigning.

In response, Favour Dozie, Deputy Director of Public Relations and Strategic Communications for the DSS, refuted these claims, highlighting that DSS operatives had previously ensured the safety of Mannir Daniya, the ADC Governorship Candidate, during an attack on October 31, 2026. Two DSS operatives were injured in that incident.

Dozie also referenced past operations to protect political figures and announced an investigation into Abubakar's allegations, emphasizing the DSS's commitment to safeguarding all political parties.