Man arrested for posing as DSS officer to extort Abuja drivers
A man identified as Moferewa Maiye has been arrested by the Department of State Services for allegedly impersonating a DSS officer in Abuja. He was caught wearing a DSS tactical uniform and carrying a fake pistol, which he reportedly used to intimidate and extort money from motorists. The suspect claimed that the uniform and items belonged to his late brother, Monday Maiye, who was a DSS operative. Investigations are ongoing as authorities try to determine how long the impersonation has been taking place.
What we know
- Moferewa Maiye was arrested by DSS operatives at his hideout near NITEL Junction, Wuse II, Abuja.
- He was allegedly dressed in a DSS uniform and had a fake pistol at the time of his arrest.
- The suspect claimed the uniform and items belonged to his late brother, Monday Maiye, a former DSS operative.
- Investigators are trying to find out how long Maiye has been impersonating and extorting people.
- The DSS says the case highlights concerns about people impersonating security personnel to commit crimes.
