DSS Nabs Gunrunner, Recovers 832 Rounds Of Ammunition In Cross River

 

Annabel Ndifon 

Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested a suspected gunrunner, Kelvin Ebikeniye Dugo, in Cross River State, recovering 832 rounds of live ammunition in the process.

According to a post shared by a security analyst, Zagagola Magama, on Tuesday, the arrest took place on Monday, March 16, 2026, at Ivara Esu Estate in Odukpani Local Government Area of the state.

The post disclosed that the suspect arrest followed what security sources described as “credible intelligence” regarding Dugo’s activities.

It was gathered that the suspect had allegedly planned to procure the ammunition from another suspected arms dealer, Azenda Barnabas, also known as Jagaban, who is reportedly based in Aliade.

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DSS operatives reportedly intercepted Dugo shortly after he received the consignment, which had been concealed inside food items in an apparent attempt to evade detection.

Recovered from him were 832 rounds of live ammunition and two empty AK-47 magazines.

Security officials say the operation forms part of a broader nationwide crackdown on illegal arms trafficking.

The DSS has intensified surveillance and enforcement actions across multiple states in a bid to dismantle gunrunning networks and reduce the proliferation of illicit weapons.

“This successful operation is one of many ongoing efforts nationwide,” a source said, emphasising the agency’s commitment to curbing insecurity and disrupting criminal supply chains.

Reports indicate that investigations are ongoing, with authorities expected to pursue additional suspects linked to the arms supply network.

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