The Department of State Service (DSS), has alerted the public of plans to violently disrupt peace in the country.
The Service however warned elements desperate to cause a breakdown of law and order to desist from that, saying those inciting violence have nothing to gain as doing so will not only consume them but also the innocent.
DSS, in a statement on Saturday by Peter Afunanya, Public Relations Officer recalled that the Service had earlier 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.
The service emphasised that it 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 coexistence and general order”.
The statement noted that the Service will continue to take necessary measures to checkmate elements who do not wish the country well, adding that this is to ensure that the conducive environment is provided for citizens and residents to pursue their legitimate businesses.
