{
  "id": 6832053,
  "title": "Albert Horsfall, Former DSS DG Dies at 84",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/12/albert-horsfall-former-dss-dg-dies-at-84",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-12T01:01:13.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/09/12/albert-horsfall-former-dss-dg-dies-at-84/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "Chief Albert Korubo Horsfall, a former Director General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), has passed away at the age of 84, according to the Horsfall family. Born on December 22, 1941, Horsfall dedicated his life to serving his country, the Niger Delta, and his family, according to a statement released by his son, Chief Donald Albert Horsfall. Throughout his career, Horsfall held various positions in the security services, including the Nigeria Police Force and the Department of State Services (DSS), and later served as chairman of the defunct Oil Minerals Producing Areas Development Commission (OMPADEC) and the Rivers State social rehabilitation committee. His legacy is remembered as one of leadership, wisdom, and selfless service.",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}