DSS takes proactive measures to avoid breakdown of law, order
The Department of State Service, DSS, is taking measures to forestall what it described as planned attack to unsettle the nation.
A statement by its spokesperson, Dr. Peter Afunanya, the DSS raised the alarm of the planned attack nationwide.
It stated that it had earlier advised political players to abide by the rules of engagement as well as approach the courts for redress, if and where there are suspicions of infractions on extant electoral laws.
“It is evident that some aggrieved politicians are already taking advantage of this legal process,” it stated.
The statement ststed, “Therefore, the Service will continue to take necessary measures to checkmate these elements, who do not wish the country well.
“This is to ensure that the conducive environment is provided for citizens and residents to pursue their legitimate businesses. A stitch in time, they say, saves nine. Let all be guided”.
The DSS had raised the alarm over plans by desperate elements on Saturday “to violently disrupt peace in the country”.
It cautioned aggrieved politicians and their supporters to toe the line of peace and rule of law in ventilating their grievances, vowing to deal with troublemakers bent on threatening the nation’s democratic experience.
“This, without doubt, is the beauty of democracy. It is strongly believed that this approach enhances peace and security. All and sundry should cherish it,” it stated.
It said, “Be that as it may, the DSS will not tolerate a situation where persons and/or groups take laws into their hands and champion anarchy.
“Those peddling fake news, hate speech and all forms of false narratives as basis to ignite violence or pit the people against the present or incoming administrations, at the Federal, State and Parliamentary levels, should stop forthwith.
“Those inciting violence have nothing to gain as doing so will not only consume them but also the innocent.
“It is otherwise disturbing to see respected personalities use their platforms to mislead or incite citizens. This, to say the least, does not augur well for peaceful coexistence and general order.”
The DSS stressed that it “will continue to take necessary measures to checkmate these elements, who do not wish the country well.”
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