The Federal Government dismissed 115 DSS officers due to misconduct, corruption, and actions undermining the integrity of the service.
The Department of State Services (DSS) confirmed the dismissal of 115 personnel as part of an internal reform aimed at restoring professionalism and public trust. The affected officers were found guilty of various offenses, including fraudulent practices, indiscipline, certificate forgery, and leaking official information Emergency Digest Vanguard News.
What Led to the Mass Dismissal?
According to credible security sources, the dismissals followed investigations into a series of internal breaches. Among the most serious allegations were:
Impersonation and fraud: Some dismissed officers were reportedly involved in impersonating DSS operatives to defraud unsuspecting citizens.
Document falsification: Several were found to have submitted forged academic or professional certificates during recruitment.
Indiscipline and misconduct: Cases ranged from insubordination to abuse of office and violation of operational protocols.
Leakage of classified information: A few were accused of compromising sensitive intelligence, posing risks to national security Emergency Digest westafricanpilotnews.com.
The DSS published the names and photographs of the dismissed officers, warning the public against engaging with anyone claiming to be a serving operative from the list.
Reform and Public Safety
The dismissals are part of broader efforts to sanitize the service, improve accountability, and protect citizens from exploitation. The DSS emphasized that the move was necessary to uphold its core values and maintain operational integrity.
“We urge Nigerians to be cautious and verify identities before dealing with anyone claiming DSS affiliation,” the agency stated.
The action has been met with mixed reactions — some commend the purge as overdue, while others worry about the implications for morale and recruitment standards.
