The Department of State Services has again raised the alarm that there are plans by some elements to cause unrest in the country. It however warned against hate speech and inciting comments against the present government and elected leaders at all levels.
A statement on Saturday by its spokesperson, Peter Afunanya, said despite seeking redress in court, politicians should desist from heating up the polity.
The statement partly read, “The Department of State Services again alerts the public of plans to violently disrupt peace in the country. The Service hereby warns those desperate to cause a breakdown of law and order to desist from that.
“It is evident that some aggrieved politicians are already taking advantage of this legal process. This, without a doubt, is the beauty of democracy. It is strongly believed that this approach enhances peace and security. All and sundry should cherish it.”
Afunanya warned those disseminating fake news to pitch the citizens against the present or incoming administrations to stop.
He added, “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 the 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 coexistence and general order.”
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