DSS arrests three over Lagos Assembly assault

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The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested three individuals for allegedly assaulting its operatives during the crisis at the Lagos State House of Assembly on 18 February.

The arrests followed a request from the Lagos Assembly for heightened security at the complex, as outlined in a letter dated 14 February 2025, signed by acting Clerk A.T.B. Ottun.

According to the letter, referenced LSHA/FAD/0/7554/323, the DSS was instructed to enforce strict access control at the Assembly complex from 15 February until further notice.

The acting Clerk noted that the impeached Speaker of the House had planned to return to office on 18 February, describing the move as a potential security risk.