After 71 days in detention, ex-gov Suswam regains freedom from DSS

The former governor of Benue State, Gabriel Suswam, has finally been released by the Department of State Security (DSS ) after 71 days in the agency’s custody.

Suswam who was arrested on February 25, over alleged possession of firearms was reportedly released on Sunday at about 3:30pm.

The DSS had arrested and detained him after he honoured its invitation over the firearms accusation and alleged link with militia gang leader, Terwase Akwaza.

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It was learnt that the DSS, having kept the former governor in custody for 71 days, finally decided to release him on self- recognition and on the condition that he must always honour its invitation whenever called upon.

Suswam meanwhile, is standing trial before a Federal High Court Abuja, over alleged fraud.

 

 

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