The Department of State Services (DSS) on Monday said it has uncovered plans by some individuals and groups in parts of the country to stage violent protests in order to plunge the country into anarchy over” sundry economic matters “
The agency’s spokesman, Peter Afunanya who raised the alarm said the DSS has identified the ring leaders of the plot.
His 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.”
Consequently, the DSS instructed tertiary institution heads and vice chancellors of universities to prevent their students from taking part in actions that could disrupt public peace.
The secret police further urged parents and guardians to caution their children and wards to resist the temptation of engaging in unlawful behaviors or conducts.
“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,”
The Agency said it is not unaware of Government’s efforts and determination to resolve some of the challenges confronting the nation and warned those desirous of subverting national security to retrace their steps.adding that it will not hesitate to legally come against persons and groups behind the devious plan
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