July 1, 2026 | Enugu
The Department of State Services, DSS, has arrested former Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Uche Nnaji, at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, over an ongoing probe into alleged certificate forgery.
DSS operatives picked up Nnaji on Tuesday as he arrived at the airport. While the agency has not issued an official statement, sources familiar with the matter said the arrest is linked to investigations into discrepancies in academic credentials submitted during his public service.
Nnaji, a prominent All Progressives Congress, APC, chieftain in Enugu State, served as minister under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. He was also the party’s governorship candidate in the 2023 general elections.
The DSS has yet to confirm charges or provide details of the allegations. Efforts to reach Nnaji’s media team for comment were unsuccessful as of press time.
The arrest comes amid renewed scrutiny of public officials’ academic records. If confirmed, this would mark one of the most high-profile certificate forgery cases involving a former cabinet member.
This is a developing story. The DSS is expected to release a formal statement in the coming hours.
