The Department of State Services (DSS) has uncovered plans by some unscrupulous individuals to stage a violent protest in the country.
This was disclosed on Monday in a statement signed by Peter Afunanya, the public relations officer of the DSS.
According to the DSS, the protest, which is in a bid to discredit the federal government, has been orchestrated by “certain politicians who are desperately mobilising unsuspecting student leaders, ethnic-based associations, youth, and disgruntled groups for the planned action.”
The statement reads, “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.”
The DSS, however, urged “university vice chancellors and heads of tertiary institutions 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 the 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.”
