DSS FOILS TERRORISTS PLOT; SEIZES 21 AK-47 RIFLES, 4 PKT MACHINE GUNS IN SOKOTO.(PHOTO).

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 DSS FOILS TERRORISTS PLOT; SEIZES 21 AK-47 RIFLES, 4 PKT MACHINE GUNS IN SOKOTO The Department of State Services, DSS, says it has intercepted a major weapon shipment from Niger Republic in Sokoto State, recovering 21 AK-47 rifles, four PKT machine guns and 825 magazines. In a statement, The operation in Dawakawa, Goronyo Local Government Area, followed sustained intelligence surveillance targeting suspected arms traffickers. The Service also reports increased use of female couriers to transport weapons, with fourteen women arrested between February 2025 and November 2026 across several states. The latest arrest in Zamfara involves a suspected female courier, found with twelve grenades and two ammunition belts. The DSS says it will sustain intelligence-led operations to dismantle illegal arm networks and prosecute those involved.

ONITSHA COMMUNITY COMMENDS POLICE, VIGILANTES FOR IMPROVED SECURITY AND PEACE. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE


 Onitsha Community Commends Police, Vigilantes for Improved Security and Peace

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‎By Nkiru Anakor 

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‎Residents of Fegge, Onitsha, have expressed satisfaction with the notable improvement in security within the area, stating that incidents of kidnapping, armed robbery, and phone snatching have declined significantly in recent months.

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‎The commendation was made during a courtesy visit by the Area Commander, Onitsha, ACP Fasugbe Temitope Olajire, to the community.

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‎Speaking at the event, the Chairman of the Police Community Relations Committee, Chief Godfrey Maduekwe, said the renewed sense of peace had restored public confidence. He noted that the security situation had improved to the extent that residents could now “sleep with their two eyes closed,” describing it as a clear indication of growing safety in the area.

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‎He attributed the progress to the dedication and professionalism of the Divisional Police Officer of Fegge Police Division, CSP Effion Okon, in partnership with local vigilante groups and other security agencies.

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‎Also speaking, the Managing Director of TransGlobe Pharmaceuticals, Chief Eli, commended the Area Commander for strengthening police-community relations and pledged continued support for initiatives aimed at sustaining peace and security.

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‎In their separate remarks, the President General of Fegge Community, Chief Okwudili Obinwanne, and the President General of Woliwo Community, Chief Ifanyi Onwuabuchi, lauded the collaboration between the police, vigilante operatives, and residents, describing it as key to the improved security currently being experienced.

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‎In his response, ACP Fasugbe Temitope Olajire expressed appreciation for the cooperation of residents and urged them to maintain their support by providing timely and credible information to security agencies.

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‎He emphasized that active community participation remains essential to consolidating the gains recorded in crime prevention and control within Fegge and its environs.


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