Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS), on Monday, March 16, 2026, arrested one suspected gunrunner, Kelvin Ebikeniye Dugo at Ivara Esu Estate in Odukpani Local Government Area of Cross River State.
Security sources disclosed that the arrest followed credible intelligence on Dugo’s plan to buy 832 rounds of live ammunition from one Azenda Barnabas (alias Jagaban), another suspected gunrunner based in Aliade in Benue State. 
It was further gathered that the operatives intercepted Dugo shortly after he received the consignment, which was concealed in food items.
According to the security source; “Recovered were 832 rounds of ammunition and two empty AK-47 magazines. The DSS has intensified its pursuit of such criminals, launching sustained operations across the states of the Federation.
“This successful operation is one of many ongoing nationwide efforts, highlighting the DSS’ firm commitment to dismantling gun running syndicates and curbing illegal arms proliferation,” the source said.
Meanwhile, the DSS has assured the public of its continued commitment to identifying and dismantling networks involved in the illegal arms trade across the country.
