BREAKING: DSS arrests government officials for diverting FG’s palliatives meant for Nigerians

“Consequently, the Service undertook investigations in that regard and has recovered some of the items as well as apprehended the suspects.”

The DSS spokesperson urged members of the public who may have information relating to the emerging trend to report same to the relevant security agencies for necessary action, saying the culprits would be punished according to laws.

He noted that while their operation was ongoing in other states, the service has already intercepted a suspected criminal syndicate in Nasarawa State responsible for the diversion and sale of the palliatives meant for the vulnerable in the place.

It would be recalled federal government had a few weeks ago shared thousands of bags of rice, a staple food, across 36 States and the Federal Capital Territory in order to cushion the effects of fuel subsidy removal, particularly on the vulnerable citizens.