#EndSARS: We’re not aiding attacks on protesters – DSS

TheDepartment of State Services (DSS) has debunked allegations that its operatives were aiding attacks on #EndSARS protesters.

DSS, Public Relations Officer, Peter Afunanya, in a press statement, Tuesday in Abuja, said: “The attention of the DSS has been drawn to the fake news making the rounds that its personnel are aiding pro-SARS supporters and thugs to attack #ENDSARS protesters in Abuja.

“Part of the untruth being spewed to the public is that some DSS officials attached to certain VIPs aided thugs in this regard.

“In view of the false accusations, no DSS personnel have, so far, been identified to be involved in the alleged acts.

“It begs the question to conclude that SUVs and persons dressed in suits and sighted in conflict environments are of the DSS.  Fact is that no staff of the DSS will engage in acts as the ones being peddled by these rumour mongers and hate speakers.”

Afunanya further stated that: “The Service is a responsible professional organisation and will endeavour to remain so at all times.

“It, therefore, wishes to state that the allegations levelled against it are not true and can only be taken as false narratives designed to cast it in bad image as well as inflame the protests.

“Consequently, the public is enjoined to disregard the falsehood emanating from sections of the social and mainstream media, subversive groups and interests. “The Service uses this opportunity to call on citizens to eschew bitterness, remain law abiding, and cooperate with security agencies and indeed, the government for lasting peace and public safety.”

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