DSS warns against disruption of Tinubu’s presidential inauguration

The Department of State Service (DSS) said it is aware of plans by subversive elements to disrupt the programme in parts of the country during the May 29 inauguration of President-elect Bola Tinubu.

DSS, in a statement by its spokesman, Peter Afunanya on Thursday,, said the aim was to undermine security agencies’ efforts at ensuring peaceful ceremonies and create panic and fear.

The statement added that the undesirable acts would serve no purpose other than destroying national unity and cohesion.

The secret police also urged the media and civil society organisations to shun fake news, false alarms, skewed reportage and sensationalism.

“Based on these, citizens, the media and civil society organisations are advised to adhere strictly to security and civil protocols during the events. 

“They are also urged to shun fake news, false alarms, skewed reportage/narratives and sensationalism that may likely inflame division, tension and violence prior to and after the exercises,” the statement said.

The secret police said the call was to guard against reports that could inflame division, tension and violence before and after the inauguration.

It warned unauthorised and non-accredited persons to stay away from restricted and certain designated areas at the inauguration venues.

(NAN)