The Department of State Service has arrested Mr. Sharu Abubakar Tabula and Mr. Isma'il Iliyasu Mangu for deliberately inciting violence in parts of Kano State. It may be noted that the suspects had separately recorded messages, which they shared through various social media channels.
In the harmful messages, the duo specifically championed certain political interests and directly called on their supporters to violently attack those opposed to them, including security personnel during the forthcoming Governorship and House of Assembly election in the State.
While the Service alerts the public of this planned illegal action, it calls on the concerned party to shelve it forthwith or be ready to face the consequences. The Service also assures that it will not idly watch misguided persons or groups undermine the peace and security of the state.
The leadership of the said party should rein in its members and urge them to desist from conducts capable of causing a breakdown of law and order in Kano and its environs before, during and after the scheduled election.
Meanwhile, the Service is collaborating with sister security agencies to ensure that adequate security is provided for a successful electoral exercise.
The Service reiterates the call for political players to abide by the letters of the electoral act and guidelines. All and sundry are advised to positively contribute to the sustenance of peace and democracy in Nigeria.