The Department of State Security (DSS) has urged Nigerians to remain calm ahead of the postponed 2015 general elections.
A statement by the Deputy Director, Public Relations of the Department, Marilyn Ogar said “it has come to the knowledge of security agencies that people are relocating to their States of Origin in anticipation of violence during the forthcoming general elections in the country.
“We wish to reassure the public of their safety wherever they reside as adequate security is assured for all before, during and after the elections.
“We want to also seize this opportunity to caution those who spread falsehood or rumours of violence to desist from such acts. Those who intend to foment trouble are hereby warned that there will be no hiding place, as the long arm of the law will fish them out”, the statement added.
The Independent National Electoral Commission in Nigeria (INEC) had announced a shift in the general elections dates to March 28 and April 11.
The new schedule was announced on Saturday by the Chairman of the commission, Professor Attahiru Jega, after meetings with political stakeholders.
Professor Jega said that the Presidential Election would hold on March 28 while the Governorship election would hold on April 11.
