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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Former lawmaker and security governance expert, Aliyu Ibrahim Gebi, has strongly denied allegations linking him to the provision of false intelligence to foreign embassies, insisting that his actions have always been guided by national interest and patriotism.<\/p>\n

Mr Gebi, a lawmaker in the 7th House of Representatives, was reportedly arrested by operatives of the State Security Service (SSS) on Friday, 03 April, on the allegations of providing \u201cfalse intelligence\u201d to embassies in Nigeria.<\/p>\n

In a detailed response on Friday, Gebi rejected claims that his engagements influenced international security decisions, describing such reports as misleading and lacking proper context.<\/p>\n

\u201cI will never speak ill of Nigeria, its President, or heads of security agencies,\u201d he said, adding that attempts to portray his contributions negatively were \u201cpainful and misrepresentative\u201d of his record.<\/p>\n

The former lawmaker questioned the basis of suggestions that intelligence attributed to him played a role in shaping foreign travel advisories or diplomatic reactions, arguing that such conclusions oversimplify complex international security assessments.<\/p>\n

According to him, intelligence-related matters involve multiple sources and processes, and should not be reduced to individual responsibility without thorough investigation.<\/p>\n

Gebi recalled his past involvement in national security discourse, noting that he had consistently defended Nigeria\u2019s image, particularly during sensitive periods under the administration of former President, Muhammadu Buhari.<\/p>\n

\u201cI have always positioned myself on the side of Nigeria\u2019s national interest,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He also cautioned against rushing to judgment, warning that premature conclusions could undermine trust between individuals, institutions, and international partners.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe must not throw the baby away with the bathwater,\u201d Gebi stated, urging stakeholders to adopt restraint and allow due process to take its course.<\/p>\n

Reaffirming his confidence in Nigeria\u2019s security agencies, he said institutions such as the Office of the National Security Adviser, the Department of State Services, and the Armed Forces were making progress in addressing the country\u2019s security challenges.<\/p>\n

Gebi described himself as a committed patriot, maintaining that his contributions to national security and public service have always been in the country\u2019s best interest.<\/p>\n

\u201cI love my country. I have bled for my country. And I will never stop defending it,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n

The response comes amid ongoing scrutiny and reports of investigations into alleged intelligence dissemination to foreign missions, with calls from various quarters for transparency and adherence to the rule of law.<\/p>\n

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