The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has praised Mr. Oluwatosin Adeola Ajayi, the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), for making positive changes in how the agency operates. They believe these changes are making the DSS more professional, accountable, and respectful of human rights. HURIWA highlighted that the DSS is reviewing old watchlists that have unfairly affected people's freedoms for many years. They mentioned a specific case where a person was wrongly listed and how resolving such issues is important for justice. They also appreciated that the DSS is compensating individuals who were wrongfully detained. The organization emphasized that admitting mistakes and correcting them can help build trust between the public and security agencies. They insisted that intelligence work should always respect citizens' rights and follow legal processes. HURIWA encouraged the DSS to continue these reforms by implementing systems to monitor human rights compliance, reviewing detentions regularly, and engaging with civil society. They suggested ongoing training for DSS staff on human rights and better ways for citizens to report complaints. Overall, HURIWA supports the direction of these reforms and urges the DSS to make these improvements a permanent part of their operations.
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