DSS Arrests Doctor Allegedly Supplying Drugs to Kidnappers in Kwara
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested a medical doctor allegedly responsible for supplying drugs to kidnapping gangs operating across parts of Kwara State. The suspect, whose identity remained unconfirmed as of press time, was reportedly intercepted in the Jebba area following intelligence that medical supplies were being moved from Sokoto to treat wounded bandits hiding in forests within the state. Security sources revealed that several members of the criminal groups recently sustained gunshot injuries during confrontations with security forces. “We are advising improved security measures in health facilities in thickly forested areas which the kidnappers may target,” a security official warned. Confirming the development, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Kwara State, Rafiu Ajakaye, described the arrest as a significant breakthrough in the ongoing fight against banditry. “This is a major stride by the DSS. It reinforces the fact that security agencies are closing in on these criminals and blocking the support systems that enable their operations,” he said. Ajakaye added that the state government will continue to intensify collaboration with security agencies to shut down all channels aiding kidnappers and their networks.