Crime
Daura released; police, DSS keep mum
The dismissed DSS director-general has been released after being detained in the service guest house in Abuja for about 24 hours.
Lawan Daura’s international passport has now been confiscated, and his two phones taken from him for processing before they were returned on his release.
Daura’s journey to grass began when he order the men of the DSS tp lay siege to the National Assembly Aug 7.
Acting President Yemi Osinbajo had to dismiss him, and ordered he should be whisked away for interrogation.
Osinabjo said the federal government didn’t authorised the invasion.
Daura’s last impunity moght not be the sole reason the hammered fell on him now.
The spy chief has been alleged to have taken bribes from politicians and and enemies of the President Muhammdu Buhari administration.
In an exclusive with the Premium Times, the former associate linked Daura with Senate President Bukola Saraki and the problem EFCC chairman Ibrahim Magu has with the Senate.
There has been no official statement yet from either the DSS or the police about the release, investigation, and likely prosecution of Daura.
-
Latest4 days agoCole-Alegbe unveils memoir, urges leaders to harness technology for lasting impact
-
Business1 week agoX3M Ideas donates 50 Walkie-Talkies to strengthen security operations in Onigbongbo
-
Latest1 week ago2027: Atiku vows direct payment of local government funds if elected president
-
Business4 days agoJetour G700 PHEV Storms Abuja as Jetour Nigeria Takes Luxury Mobility Showcase to FCT
-
Business2 days agoNigerian Breweries’ H1 profitability strengthens as revenue hits N804bn
-
Business6 days agoRising crude prices threaten fresh petrol price hike in Nigeria
-
Business1 week agoNaira breaks below N1,330/$, hits strongest level in over two years
-
Business5 days agoMultinationals exit Nigeria as economic pressures reshape business landscape