DSS Arrests Malami After Release From Kuje Prison

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DSS Arrests Malami After Release From Kuje Prison

The Department of State Services (DSS) has reportedly arrested Malami shortly after his release from the Kuje Correctional Centre in Abuja, triggering fresh public attention and political reactions. Sources said DSS operatives took Malami into custody on Tuesday morning outside the prison premises, acting on an existing warrant linked to ongoing investigations.

Although official details remain limited, security officials confirmed that the arrest is connected to alleged financial and administrative infractions currently under review by federal authorities. Malami was earlier granted temporary release following the completion of bail conditions in a separate case, but was immediately re-arrested by DSS officers for further questioning.

Legal representatives described the move as “procedural” and said they would challenge the detention in court, insisting on Malami’s innocence. Meanwhile, civil society groups have called on the DSS to ensure transparency and respect for due process, urging authorities to make the charges public.

The DSS has assured Nigerians that the arrest is part of wider efforts to strengthen accountability and uphold national security. An official statement is expected in the coming hours as investigations continue.

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