The Department of State Services has arraigned five Nigerians before the Federal High Court in Abuja over allegations that they concealed the whereabouts of former Bayelsa State Governor, Timipre Sylva.
The defendants, Reuben Ayuba, Musa Mohammed, Friday Paul, Paganengigha Anagaha and Ayebaifife Suobite, were charged with conspiracy and allegedly concealing the whereabouts of a fugitive. The DSS told the court that the accused persons knowingly aided Sylva, who is facing allegations linked to an alleged coup plot against President Bola Tinubu.
The matter came up before the Federal High Court in Abuja, where the five defendants were formally arraigned on the charges. The case adds a fresh twist to the controversy surrounding the allegations against the former Bayelsa governor, with the court expected to determine the next stage of proceedings.
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