The Department of State Services (DSS) has released a Kaduna State resident, Nura Idris, after an internal review found no evidence linking him to terrorism.

The decision was approved by the Director-General of the DSS, Oluwatosin Adeola Ajayi, who also authorised a N3 million compensation package to support Idris' reintegration into society and assist him in rebuilding his livestock business.

Idris, a farmer and cattle rearer from Soba Local Government Area of Kaduna State, was initially arrested by another security agency in Suleja, Niger State, in June 2024 over alleged ties to Boko Haram before he was transferred to DSS custody for further investigation.

Following a comprehensive review of the case, investigators reportedly found no evidence connecting him to terrorist activities, leading to his immediate release.

Speaking after regaining his freedom, Idris expressed appreciation to the DSS leadership for the financial assistance, describing it as a lifeline that would help him restart his livelihood. His father, Yusuf Idris, also thanked the agency, assuring that the support would be used judiciously.

Report indicates that the DSS has adopted a reintegration approach for individuals wrongfully detained, which includes medical and psychological care, financial assistance, and support for rebuilding businesses or other legitimate means of livelihood.

The release forms part of an ongoing review initiated by the Service to reassess inherited and prolonged detention cases, with the aim of identifying and freeing individuals found to have been unjustly held.

Security sources said the initiative reflects the agency's commitment to balancing national security responsibilities with the protection of citizens' rights and ensuring that innocent persons are not subjected to prolonged detention.

The sources also cited previous cases handled under the current DSS leadership, including the release of Sunday Ifedi, who was cleared of alleged links to the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) after spending several years in detention. He was freed in December 2025 and received N10 million in compensation, while plans were reportedly made to rebuild a restaurant in memory of his late wife as part of efforts to support his family.

Other individuals said to have benefited from the review exercise include Abuja-based businesswoman Chineze Ozoadibe, Kenneth Okechukwu Nwafor, five other persons previously accused of links to IPOB, and Ya'u Mohammed from Yobe State, all of whom were released after investigations established their innocence.

According to the sources, more than 30 cases of wrongful detention have so far been reviewed, with compensation exceeding N300 million paid to affected individuals. The DSS, they added, remains committed to promptly releasing persons found innocent while providing support to help them reintegrate into society.