The Department of State Services (DSS) on Wednesday condemned the drama that played out between its personnel and those of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) at the premises of the Federal High Court Ikoyi, Lagos, where the Service arraigned the suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Godwin Emefiele.
This was contained in a statement made available to newsmen in Abuja by the Spokesperson of the Service, Dr Peter Afunnaya.
It stated that the incident was unfortunate and did not in any way reflect the professional disposition of the Service, insisting that it did not and would never encourage the incident under reference.
The statement explained that the Service has tremendous respect for the Judiciary as an arm and institution of government and would not go out of its way to undermine it.
According to it, “the DSS recognizes the Judiciary as a critical component in nation-building, national development, and security management. Also, the Service has a robust working relationship with sister security and law enforcement agencies, including the NCoS.”
While noting that the personnel from both agencies exhibited undue overzealousness, it stated that the Service has further initiated detailed investigations into the matter.
According to it, “this is with a view to identifying the role played by specific persons as well as undertaking disciplinary actions if necessary and drawing some lessons going forward.”
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It, however, maintained that “for emphasis, the DSS has not broken any laws in handling the Emefiele Case despite efforts by some elements to skew the narratives to the contrary.
The Service had since alerted the public of sinister plots to discredit its leadership. In pursuit of its assignments, it will strive to remain professional, maintain ethical standards and a high sense of discipline.
The Service will ensure that it will not be used for clout and fame chasing or delusional heroism. It will, however, remain focused on its national security mandate and, therefore, enjoin well-meaning Nigerians to support it in achieving the desired security goals for the nation.
It is imperative to note that we have no other country but Nigeria. We should join hands, with love and tolerance, to build it.”
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