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The Department of State Services has raised concerns over “inflammatory” remarks by some persons of influence ahead of off-cycle polls in Kogi, Imo and Bayelsa states.
“The Department of State Services has observed rising trends and patterns of incendiary comments by some personalities of influence and representatives of non-governmental entities within and outside the country,” the statement reads.“With the elections and the attendant contentions legally over, it is expected that we should forge ahead in nation building without rancour or acrimony.
“Similarly, the service urges key players and their supporters in Kogi, Imo and Bayelsa States to conform to the rules of engagement and specifically the electoral law during the November 11 gubernatorial elections in the areas.The service encouraged all stakeholders to engage in constructive discourse in order to veer public commentary toward national development and peace.
“The service, therefore, implores all stakeholders, irrespective of their political affiliations or grievances, to engage in respectful and constructive conversations that promote collective understanding.“It has thus become imperative that public commentaries should shift towards unity and peace necessary for national development and security. This should be our shared responsibility and indeed the priority of everyone.
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