- * Uncovers Plot To Hold Violent Action
By Celestine Okafor (Editor-in-chief) @CelestineOkaf11
As tempers run high over the aftermath of the just concluded general elections in country, there are covert plans by yet unnamed persons to stage violent actions that might disrupt peace and order in the country, the Department of State Service (DSS) has alerted.
The alert statement by the reputation handler of the DSS, Dr Peter Afunnanya, however warns the individuals groups described as "desperate to cause a breakdown of law and order" to desist, forthwith, from their plans or have themselves to be blamed.
A few days to the commencement of the general elections, it would be recalled that the State Security Service had 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.
But the DSS spokesman, Dr Afunnanya, said it is evident that some aggrieved politicians are already taking advantage of this legal process. "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".
Afunnanya continued: "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 co-existence and general order.
"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 warned. NNL.
