DSS Details Arrest of Man Threatening Abuja Schools
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Nigeria's Department of State Services (DSS) detailed the arrest of a man who threatened to kill students and teachers in Abuja schools. The trial began amid efforts to hold the suspect accountable and maintain safety in the capital's educational institutions. The case raises questions about security measures in public schools and the prevention of similar threats.
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- •The DSS arrested the suspect in Abuja after receiving intelligence about his threats against schools.
- •The suspect was charged and brought to court on April 18, 2026, to face trial for planning attacks on students and teachers.
- •The DSS provided testimony in court explaining the steps taken to apprehend the suspect and prevent the planned violence.
- •The threats targeted multiple schools in Abuja, prompting heightened security measures in the area.
- •The trial is part of Nigeria's broader efforts to secure public spaces against violent threats.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the court convicts the suspect it could deter similar threats and reinforce security protocols in Abuja schools, reassuring students, teachers, and parents.
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AFRICAThisDay (Nigeria)Court Begins Trial of Suspect Arrested By DSS for Planning Attack on Abuja SchoolsAFRICAPunch (Nigeria)How we arrested man who threatened to kill in Abuja schools – DSSAFRICAThisDay (Nigeria)DSS Tells Court How Suspect Behind Threats to Kill Abuja Students, Teachers Was Arrested