DSS gives update on Mamu’s investigations, says consequential discoveries have been made

The Department of State Services, DSS, has given an update on the case of Tukur Mamu, the train hostage negotiator, who was arrested Tuesday in Egypt and repatriated to Nigeria Wednesday.

Peter Afunanya, Public Relations Officer, Department of State Services, National Headquarters, Abuja said on Thursday that “valid search warrants” were executed on Mamu’s office and residence.

The DSS Spokesperson ssid some items were discovered in the course of the search.

According to him, military accoutrements and large amounts of money in different currencies were found as parts of evidence of financial transactions.

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Afunanya said: “So far, appropriate security agencies have executed valid search warrants on Mamu’s residence and office.

“During the processes, incriminating materials including military accoutrements were recovered.

“Other items include large amounts in different currencies and denominations as well as financial transaction instruments.

“While further investigations continue, Mamu will, sure, have a day in court.”