The Department of State Services (DSS) in Nigeria has launched an investigation into allegations that one of its operatives defiled a minor. The agency confirmed the arrest of the staff member accused of abducting and marrying the teenager.
The Department of State Services (DSS), Nigeria's primary security agency, is probing claims of defilement involving one of its operatives and a minor. According to reports, the incident includes allegations of abduction and forced marriage of a teenager by the staff member.
Daily Trust reported on January 10, 2026, that the DSS has broken its silence, confirming the arrest of the operative. The publication described the case as involving 'abduction and defilement of a minor by one of its staff members.' This development follows initial coverage by ThisDayLive, which highlighted the probe into the 'alleged defilement of minor by operative.'
No further details on the victim's identity, the exact location, or the timeline of events were provided in the sources. The DSS has not issued additional statements beyond confirming the arrest. This case raises concerns about internal accountability within security agencies.
