The Department of State Services (DSS) has confirmed the release of the former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr Abdulrasheed Bawa.
The former EFCC boss had been in the detention of the DSS since June 14 after his suspension by the Federal Government.
According to Dr. Peter Afunanya, the Director of Public Relations and Strategic Communications of the DSS, he confirmed the release of Bawa in a statement on Thursday in Abuja.
He said the former EFCC boss was released on Wednesday night but did not give details of the deal.
“DSS confirms release of former EFCC chairman Abdulrasheed, Bawa a few hours ago, today, October 25,” he said.
