After conducting a raid on Tukur Mamu’s home and workplace, the Department of State Services (DSS) made its discovery public. Tukur Mamu is the publisher of the Desert Herald.
It was previously reported that Mamu, an aide to popular Islamic cleric Ahmad Gumi, was detained by authorities at the Kano international airport after returning from Egypt, where he had been detained by authorities on his way to Saudi Arabia for the lesser hajj.
Mamu has been involved in negotiations for the release of people who were kidnapped on a train in Kaduna in March 2022.
Incriminating items were discovered during a search of Mamu’s home and office, according to a statement made by DSS Spokesperson Peter Afunanya on Thursday, September 8.
The statement read;
“So far, appropriate security agencies have executed valid search warrants on Mamu’s residence and office.
“During the processes, incriminating materials including military accoutrements were recovered.
“Other items include large amounts in different currencies and denominations as well as financial transaction instruments.
“While further investigations continue, Mamu will, sure, have a day in court.”