DSS Chief Oluwatosin Ajayi Recognized for Professionalism

Usman Okai Austin, a public affairs analyst, has described Oluwatosin Ajayi, the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), as the most professional security chief in Nigeria’s history. In a statement issued in Abuja, Okai emphasized Ajayi's focus on intelligence gathering, discreet operations, inter-agency collaboration, and adherence to the rule of law.

Under Ajayi's leadership, the DSS has adopted an intelligence-led approach to security operations, which has allowed for the identification and mitigation of security threats before they escalate. Okai noted that the DSS has strengthened cooperation with military, police, and international partners to address security challenges, including cross-border crimes.

He commended Ajayi for his respect for human rights, cessation of arbitrary arrests, and compliance with legal procedures, which have garnered national and international recognition. Okai urged the DSS to continue its intelligence-led operations and maintain professionalism in addressing Nigeria's internal security challenges.