DSS Arrests Terrorist Kingpin Abubakar Abba, Leader of Mahmuda Group

Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has confirmed the arrest of Abubakar Abba, a suspected terrorist kingpin and leader of the Mahmuda group, by the Department of State Security (DSS). The arrest was made in Wawa town in Borgu area of the state, where Abba was apprehended alive without firing a gun. He has since been transferred to Abuja for further investigation. This is seen as a significant victory for the government and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's commitment to ending insecurity and promoting the well-being of Nigerians.

Key Takeaways:

• Abubakar Abba, the leader of the Mahmuda group, a terror group in West Africa, has been arrested by the DSS in Wawa town, Borgu area of Niger State.
• The arrest was made through an intelligence-led operation by the DSS, demonstrating the commitment of President Tinubu to ending insecurity.
• Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has commended President Tinubu for the success, attributing it to the President's willpower and leadership.
• The state government will continue to collaborate with the federal government and security agencies to curb terrorism.
• The Mahmuda group had been unleashing mayhem in Niger State and parts of Kwara State in the past months.
• Governor Bago's Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, confirmed the arrest through a statement.
• The arrest of Abba is seen as a significant victory for the government in its fight against terrorism.

Statistics:

• The Mahmuda group had been operating in Niger State and parts of Kwara State for several months.
• The group was responsible for unleashing mayhem in the affected areas.
• President Tinubu has shown commitment to ending insecurity in the country.
• The DSS has made significant successes in promoting national security.
• 100% of the suspect was apprehended alive without firing a gun.

Sources:

• Bologi Ibrahim, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger state
• Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger State