The Department of State Services (DSS) announced that it has secured a death sentence against Ibrahim Usman, also known as Dan Iyali, for his role in the kidnapping and killing of three persons in Sokoto State. The incident occurred in September 2023, and Usman faced a four-count charge before the High Court of Justice of Sokoto State. The charges included criminal conspiracy, kidnapping, culpable homicide punishable with death, and voluntarily causing grievous hurt without provocation.
Usman's case is not an isolated incident, as the DSS has been actively working to combat crime in Sokoto State. In June 2026, the DSS secured the death sentence of three men, including a Nigerian national, over terrorism and arms proliferation charges. The convicts, Yusuf Muhammad, also known as Sallau, a Nigerien; Jabbi Alhaji Yalle; and Kabiru Muhammad, were sentenced to death by hanging by the High Court of Justice, Sokoto. They were apprehended by the DSS Counter Terrorism Unit in June 2025 for alleged cross-border criminal activities involving arms.
The DSS has been working to bring individuals involved in kidnapping and other violent crimes to justice. The death sentence secured against Usman is a testament to the agency's efforts to combat crime in the country. The incident that led to Usman's conviction occurred in September 2023, and the DSS has been working to ensure that those responsible are held accountable.
The High Court of Justice, Sokoto, played a crucial role in the conviction of Usman and the three men in June 2026. The court's judgment demonstrates the commitment of the Nigerian judiciary to upholding the law and ensuring that justice is served. The DSS worked closely with the court to ensure that the suspects were prosecuted and sentenced accordingly.
The kidnapping and killing of three persons in Sokoto State in September 2023 was a tragic incident that highlighted the need for increased security measures in the country. The DSS, working with other security agencies, has been striving to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future. The conviction of Usman and others involved in similar crimes is a step in the right direction.
The death sentence secured against Usman serves as a deterrent to others who may be involved in kidnapping and other violent crimes. The DSS has made it clear that it will continue to work tirelessly to combat crime and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice. The agency's efforts have been yielding results, as evident in the conviction of Usman and others.
The Nigerian government has been working to address the issue of kidnapping and other violent crimes in the country. The DSS, as part of its mandate, has been working to prevent and investigate crimes, and to bring those responsible to justice. The conviction of Usman is a significant achievement in this regard, and it demonstrates the government's commitment to ensuring the safety and security of its citizens.
Key points
- The Department of State Services (DSS) has secured a death sentence against Ibrahim Usman for kidnapping and killing three persons in Sokoto State in September 2023.
