A joint security team comprising of the Department of State Services (DSS), Nigerian Army and Police on 19th June, 2023, along the Abuja- Keffi expressway in Keffi LGA of Nasarawa State, apprehended Abubakar Muhammad (aka Abu Direba), a suspected gunrunner.
During the operation, the team seized the following insidious items:
a. 486 rounds of 7.62 x39mm calibre ammunition;
b. 22 primed IEDs;
c. The sum N31,500.00; and
d. One Volkswagen Golf vehicle with registration number- RBC202XA.
In another joint operation, according to Dr. Peter Afunanya, Public Relations Officer, DSS, “in the early hours of today, 22nd June, 2023, a team raided the hideout of Kabir Bala (aka Okwo), one time jail breaker and notorious gang leader in Ejule, Ofu LGA of Kogi State.
“Okwo and his gang members engaged the troops in a gun duel during which he was neutralised.
“Others, however, fled the area. Items recovered at the scene were one AK47 rifle with three fully loaded magazines, six locally fabricated weapons, two phones and charms.
“On its part, the DSS calls for vigilance prior to the Eid celebrations more so that reports had indicated plans to attack worship and recreational centres before and during the festivities.
“This is evident in the recovery of primed IEDs among the suspected terrorists”.
He added that operators and patrons of public places including markets, malls, etc, are advised to be watchful and report any suspicious movements and persons to the relevant security agencies.
“Accordingly, the Service will continue to partner with sister agencies for necessary proactive drills to frustrate criminals and their activities,” Afunanya stated.
