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Ansaru
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DSS to challenge life sentences of Oriire kidnapping convicts
The Department of State Services intends to appeal the life sentences given to three kidnappers involved in the Oriire Local Government Area attacks, arguing for the death penalty due to the severity of their crimes.
July 23, 2026
DSS Challenges Life Sentences Given to Ansaru Terrorist Leaders
The DSS intends to appeal the life sentences given to two Ansaru terror leaders, arguing the punishment is insufficient for their involvement in deadly kidnapping schemes.
July 20, 2026
DSS Challenges Life Sentence Given to Ansaru Commanders
The Department of State Services intends to appeal the life sentences given to two Ansaru commanders, arguing the punishment does not adequately address their role in the kidnapping and murder of victims in Oyo State.
July 20, 2026
Two Ansaru Leaders Sentenced to Life Imprisonment Following Guilty Plea
A Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced two Ansaru terrorist commanders to life imprisonment after they pleaded guilty to a string of terrorism charges brought by the DSS.
July 20, 2026
DSS to challenge life sentences for Ansaru leaders over teachers’ murders
The Department of State Services plans to appeal the life sentences of two Ansaru commanders, arguing the punishment does not account for the murder of two teachers abducted to secure their release.
July 20, 2026
Abuja Federal High Court Imposes Life Sentences on Ansaru Terrorist Leaders
A Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced two senior Ansaru members to life imprisonment after they pleaded guilty to a 32-count terrorism charge brought by the DSS.
July 20, 2026
Ansaru Leaders Admit to Terrorism Charges in Abuja Court
Mahmud Usman and Abubakar Abba, two prominent Ansaru commanders, have changed their pleas to guilty regarding 32 terrorism charges currently being heard at the Federal High Court in Abuja.
July 20, 2026
President Tinubu Confirms Rescue of Oyo Abductees Without Ransom Payments
President Bola Tinubu confirmed that security forces successfully rescued abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State without paying ransom or making concessions, promising continued efforts to combat terrorism.
July 10, 2026
Abuja Court Adjourns Ansaru Terror Trial to July 20
The Federal High Court in Abuja has set a July 20 date to resume the trial of two alleged Ansaru commanders facing terrorism charges brought by the DSS.
July 9, 2026