Nigeria: DSS Brings Five to Court for Kidnap of 20 Corps Members

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Opublikowano: 2026-10-20

The Department of State Services (DSS) has brought five suspects before the High Court in Imo State regarding the dramatic kidnapping of 20 aspiring National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members and one civilian. This court appearance occurred on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, following a joint security operation coordinated across multiple agencies. The five individuals facing charges are Mohammed Ali (aka Smallie Pepper), Usman Aliyu (aka Chonge), Babangida Aliyu, Ibrahim Jiji, and Aminu Haliru. These defendants are accused of conspiracy, hostage-taking, and illegal firearms possession. Three of the accused are specifically charged in connection with the O...