Tag: Lawal Daura

Lawal Daura announced his ambition at a youth sensitisation and mobilisation programme in Katsina on Wednesday, in what party insiders ...

Daura cited incumbent governor Radda’s alleged "poor handling" of the security challenges of the state as the primary reason for ...

The top SSS official was whisked from his home Tuesday in handcuffs and is currently detained at the cells of ...

The secret police disclaims speculation that its disgraced former director-general still wields significant influence in its affairs.

Many of these reports sparked intense public reaction, and led to key changes.

In several interviews, junior and senior officers within the security police blame the president for putting their career progression in ...

President Muhammad Buhari recalled Mr Bichi from retirement on Thursday to lead the secret police.

Mr Bichi was appointed by President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday.

The appointment takes effect Friday.

Lawyers accuse the police of violating the Nigerian Constitution, which prohibits unauthorised detention of a suspect beyond 48 hours.

As 2019 looms, the reform agenda of Mr Seiyefa, who is courted by the civil society, is eliciting strong pushback ...

The lawyer says Nigeria is returning to the dark days of dictatorship.

“No such recovery operations have been undertaken by the EFCC or any other security agency at DSS’ office or residences ...

Ruling party says the opposition not qualified to speak on corruption

“I must say that the DSS D-G started on a good note. And we want to encourage him to continue ...

The report, seen by PREMIUM TIMES, was signed by Mr Idris on August 8.

Mr Seiyefa says the DSS will defend national interests but equally protect its own constitutional mandate.

The diplomatic mission also commended the "Federal Government’s swift action" on the matter.

Mr Daura was arrested on Tuesday.

Officials say the claims provide a rare insight into how corruption and partisanship have stunted the SSS' potential.

PREMIUM TIMES recaps the tenure of Lawal Daura, the controversial SSS director who was sacked on Tuesday.

The presidency said there was no power tussle between the top two officials.

The Senate President addresses a press conference following Tuesday's siege at the National Assembly.

The ruling party says its investigation revealed that Tuesday's crisis at the parliament was orchestrated by Senate President Bukola Saraki.

The DG of the SSS was eventually sacked from office.