The Department of State Services (DSS) says there are
“orchestrated plans” to cause a total breakdown of law and order in the
country.
The security agency said the plot is designed for execution
after the governorship and state assembly elections.
In a statement released on Wednesday by Peter Afunanya, DSS
spokesperson, the security agency decried the “unnecessary palpable political
tension” in parts of the country.
“It is observed that some of the players are at daggers drawn with one another. The development holds dire consequences to national peace and stability.
It is in view of these that the Service warns politicians
and their supporters to engage constructively,” the statement reads.
“Everyone is advised
to shun fake news, hate speech and such other utterances that may be inimical
to peaceful co-existence. Election should not be seen as a do-or-die affair.
There is no basis for anyone to take laws into their hands.
“This is even more so that aggrieved persons can take
advantage of our courts and seek redress. We should have faith in our
institutions. Over this election period, the Service has remained committed to
providing conducive environment for a peaceful exercise.
“In this regard, it separately and in collaboration with
sister agencies, carried out mop-up operations to thwart nefarious plans and
activities of undesirable elements to outrightly undermine the electoral
processes.
“For hitch-free
gubernatorial and State Assembly elections, the Service has partnered with
relevant stakeholders to ensure that the required peace is maintained before,
during and after the exercises.
“For the avoidance of doubt, the Service will work to make
sure that no person or group, no matter how highly placed, disrupts the
scheduled elections in any part of the Federation. It is committed to the
safety and security of citizens who may wish to go out to exercise their civic
responsibility.”
The DSS called on all Nigerians to abide by the rules of the Electoral Act and extant guidelines
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