On Monday, the Department of State Services announced the discovery of a plot by certain politicians across the nation to orchestrate violent protests.
Their plan involved mobilizing student leaders, ethnic associations, and other groups to protest against the Federal Government and security agencies regarding various socio-economic issues.
According to Peter Afunanya, the spokesperson for the service, intelligence reports in their possession have unveiled these intentions.
Afunanya also mentioned that the individuals behind this plot have been identified and are currently under surveillance to prevent any actions that could lead to chaos in the country.
The statement released by the Department of State Services stated:
“We want to inform the public that we have uncovered plans by some individuals in different parts of the country to organize violent protests aimed at discrediting the Federal Government and security agencies in relation to various socio-economic concerns.
Our intelligence reports indicate that the instigators include certain politicians who are actively recruiting unsuspecting student leaders, ethnically-based associations, youth, and dissatisfied groups for this purpose.
Furthermore, we have identified the key figures behind this plan and are closely monitoring their activities to prevent any attempt to destabilize the nation.”
Afunanya also called upon university vice-chancellors and leaders of tertiary institutions to discourage their students from participating in activities that could disrupt peace in the country.
He urged parents and guardians to advise their children and wards to avoid engaging in behaviors that go against the law and order.
Furthermore, the statement emphasized that those contemplating taking advantage of the nation’s challenges to cause chaos should reconsider their actions.
The Department of State Services warned that it would take legal action against individuals and groups involved in such sinister plans.
It’s important to note that the announcement comes amid the scheduled final hearing on a presidential election petition, where the Peoples Democratic Party and its candidates, Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, as well as the Labour Party, are challenging the victory of President Bola Tinubu in the February 25 Presidential election.
While Tinubu’s legal team expressed hope for a favorable outcome, Atiku’s legal team called on the tribunal to remain impartial and deliver justice without influence from the executive branch.
