September 04, (THEWILL) – The Department of State Services (DSS) says it has uncovered alleged 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.
Peter Afunanya, Spokesperson of the DSS, in a statement on Monday, alleged that the plotters, including certain politicians, are desperately mobilising unsuspecting student leaders, ethnic-based associations, youth and disgruntled groups for the planned action.
Although the Service claimed it 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, THEWILL reports that the DSS alert is coming ahead of the planned Two-Day warning strike by the Nigeria Labour Congres (NLC), scheduled for Tuesday, 5th September and Wednesday 6th.
The statement read: “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 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.”
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