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SAA event in Nigeria on Tue 17th March 2026

17th March 2026

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DSS Arrests Suspected Gunrunner, Recover 832 rounds of live ammunition

By: Zagazola Makama

Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS), on Monday at Ivara Esu Estate in Odukpani Local Government Area, Cross River State, arrested one suspected gunrunner, Kelvin Ebikeniye Dugo.

Security sources disclosed that the arrest followed credible intelligence on Dugo's plan to buy 832 rounds of live ammunition from one Azenda Barnabas (alias Jagaban), anotger suspected gunrunner based in Aliade, Benue State.

"The operatives intercepted Dugo moments after he received the consignment, which was concealed in food items. Recovered wete 832 rounds of ammunition and two empty AK-47 magazines" noted the source.

"The DSS has intensified its pursuit of such criminals, launching sustained operations across the states of the Federation.

"This successful operation is one of many ongoing nationwide efforts, highlighting the DSS' firm commitment to dismantling gun running syndicates and curbing illegal arms proliferation," declared the source.

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