DSS cautions politicians against inciting statements

THE  Department of State Service (DSS) has warned politicians against making inciting statement that can lead to anarchy.

The DSS had earlier urged dissatisfied politicians to abide by the rules of engagement and approach the courts for redress over grievances arising from the just concluded elections.

In a statement released on Saturday, March 25, by its spokesperson Peter Afunanya, the DSS noted that politicians should adopt the approach that would enhance peace, stability and security in the country.

The DSS warned that it would not tolerate attempt by persons or groups to 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 said.

The DSS, however, reiterated its resolve to adopt necessary measures to checkmate politicians and political actors inciting violence to enable Nigerians live in a conducive environment.

The ICIR reported that All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign spokesperson, Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Festus Keyamo, had accused Labour Party presidential and vice presidential candidates Peter Obi and Datti Baba-Ahmed of making incendiary comments that were capable of causing rebellion and violence.

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