DSS arrests Boko Haram terrorists in Osun

The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested 10 individuals suspected to be members of Boko Haram in Ilesa, Osun State.

Olawale Rasheed, spokesperson for Governor Ademola Adeleke, identified the suspects as alleged members of Boko Haram and the Islamic State’s West Africa Province (ISWAP).

The state government reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with security agencies to ensure the safety of residents and safeguard lives and property.

Governor Adeleke urged the people of Osun to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to security authorities.

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Praising the DSS for their proactive approach, Rasheed stated, “Governor Adeleke hailed the alertness of security operatives to eliminate the threats posed by the suspected terrorists, which gives further assurance that our security agencies are up to the task of sustaining peace and security of every part of Nigeria.

“The governor particularly commended the intelligence gathering of the personnel of the State Service, who have painstakingly monitored the activities of the suspected criminals and moved swiftly to cut off their dastardly act.

“This is a welcome development and a big relief, not just for us as a government but to the people of the state and Nigeria in general. I commend the security operatives for their alertness and intelligence-driven operation. We have absolute confidence in our security forces to keep protecting us.”