The Department of State Services (DSS) has warned of plans by some elements in parts of the country to stage violent protests in order to discredit the Federal Government and security agencies over sundry socio-economic matters.
Bellnews reports that the DSS, in a press release issued on Monday, revealed that intelligence reports have indicated that the plotters include certain politicians who are desperately mobilising unsuspecting student leaders, ethnic based associations, youth and disgruntled groups for the planned action.
The DSS said it has identified the ring leaders of the plot and is monitoring them closely to deter them from plunging the country into anarchy.
The DSS also advised university vice-chancellors and heads of tertiary institutions to discourage their students from engaging in acts capable of derailing public peace.
The statement was signed by Peter Afunanya, Ph.D, fsi, Public Relations Officer, Department of State Services, National Headquarters, Abuja.
The full statement reads:
PRESS RELEASE
DSS DISCOVERS PLOT TO STAGE VIOLENT PROTESTS IN THE COUNTRY
The Department of State Services (DSS) hereby informs the public that it has uncovered plans by some elements in parts of the country to stage violent protests in order to discredit the Federal Government and security agencies over sundry socio-economic matters. Intelligence reports have indicated that the plotters include certain politicians who are desperately mobilising unsuspecting student leaders, ethnic based associations, youth and disgruntled groups for the planned action. Meanwhile, the Service has identified the ring leaders of the plot as well as sustained monitoring around them in order to deter them from plunging the country into anarchy.
In view of this development, University Vice-Chancellors and Heads of Tertiary Institutions are advised to discourage their students from engaging in acts capable of derailing public peace. Also, parents and guardians are enjoined to admonish their children and wards respectively to shun the lure of participating in inimical behaviours or conducts against law and order.
While the DSS is aware of Government’s efforts and determination to resolve some of the challenges confronting the nation, it warns those desirous of subverting national security to retrace their steps. This is more so that it will not hesitate to legally come against persons and groups behind the devious plans.
Peter Afunanya, Ph.D, fsi
Public Relations Officer
Department of State Services
National Headquarters
Abuja.
4th September, 2023
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