New Head of SSS, Yusuf Bichi, Assumes Office

Malik Yahya/

New director-general of the State Security Services (SSS), Yusuf Bichi, assumed office today at the headquarters of the secret agency.

Spokesman of the agency, Peter Afunanya, said Bichi addressed the management and called for support of all staff.

Afunanya said: “While calling for stronger ties among the staff, he pledged to work with them as a team. He stated that his vision is to build a well disciplined, professional and highly motivated DSS with particular reference to staff welfare.”

He said Bichi also affirmed that the Service will support government agenda on rebuilding the economy, stamping out insecurity and fighting corruption.

He further said: “He enjoined the staff to refocus their intelligence collection efforts in this direction.

“He also implored the management to ensure that the Service respects rule of law and human rights.”

Buhari had yesterday announced the appointment of Bichi as the substantive Director General of the Service, which had been under the command of Matthew Seiyefa since August 7.

The former DG, Lawal Daura, was sacked by Acting President Yemi Osinbajo for sending DSS operatives to mount a blockade of the National Assembly, an action that was said to be unauthorised.

The statement further notes: “He is an astute and versatile administrator; a highly detribalised Nigerian and an Intelligence Officer of immense repute”, said Afunanya.

His exciting career in the Service spanned a period of 35 years during which he served in different Commands and Formations.

“He indeed possesses a high level experience and exposure that will no doubt reposition and make the Service one that Nigerians and personnel will be proud of”, Afunanya added in a statement Friday..

0