Court Orders 48 Individuals across Delta, Ogun, Kano, Imo, others to Report to DSS Within 45 Days

A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has directed a certain Yakubu Idris and 47 others to present themselves at the Department of State Services (DSS), Lagos State Command, within 45 days to clear their names regarding allegations of fraudulent activities and receipt of proceeds of crime.

The court order, part of a case titled Federal Republic of Nigeria v. Yakubu Idris and 47 Others (Suit No: FHC/L/MISC/649/2025), was issued on January 12, 2026, and has now been publicized as a formal notice to the affected individuals.

According to reports, the 48 persons, whose ages range from 24 to 76 years, hail from various states including Lagos, Abuja (FCT), Ogun, Ondo, Oyo, Nasarawa, Kano, Imo, Delta, and Rivers. They are required to report to the DSS office in Shangisha, Lagos, for investigation.

Names mentioned in connection with the order include Yakubu Idris, Ajibade Lukman Olawale, and Owolabi Adesina Samuel, among others. The individuals are urged to cooperate fully with authorities to assist in the ongoing probe.

Such public court notices are a standard procedure in Nigeria when suspects or persons of interest cannot be easily located or served directly.

Failure to comply within the stipulated timeframe could lead to further legal actions, including possible warrants or escalation of the case.

The DSS has not issued a detailed public statement on the specific nature of the alleged fraud, but the matter involves claims of illegal receipt of funds linked to criminal activities.

This development underscores ongoing efforts by Nigerian security and judicial agencies to combat financial crimes and money laundering.

Members of the public with information about the whereabouts of any of the named individuals are encouraged to contact the DSS Lagos Command.