The State Security Services (SSS) claims to have discovered a conspiracy to incite riots in order to attack President Bola Tinubu’s administration and security organizations.
The secret police announced this in a statement on Monday that was posted on its X handle and was signed by SSS spokesman Peter Afunanya.
The statement claims that the protests are being organized by student leaders, young people, ethnic-based organizations, and disaffected groups.
However, Mr. Afunanya disclosed that the service has located the “ring leaders of the plot,” adding that they are currently under surveillance.
“The Department of State Services (DSS) hereby informs the public that it has uncovered plans by some elements in some parts of the country to stage violent protests in order to discredit the Federal Government and security agencies over various socio-economic matters,” the post, titled “DSS Discovers Plot To State Violent Protests In The Country,” states.
According to intelligence reports, the plotters include certain politicians who are frantically rallying gullible student leaders, ethnic-based organizations, young people, and disaffected groups for the intended attack.To prevent them from throwing the nation into anarchy, the service has identified the plot’s ringleaders and has been continuously monitoring the area around them.
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“In light of this development, university vice chancellors and heads of tertiary institutions are recommended to counsel their students against taking part in acts that could disrupt the tranquilly of the community.
Additionally, parents and guardians are urged to caution their children and wards to resist the temptation to engage in unlawful behaviour or conduct.
“The DSS cautions those wishing to undermine national security to retrace their ways, even though it is aware of the government’s efforts and determination to overcome some of the difficulties affecting the nation.
This is more so that it won’t hesitate to take legal action against the individuals and organisations responsible for the cunning plots.
