DSS holds workshop for directors, others on polls

• Published date: 24 January 2023
• Publication title: Nigeria - The Nation

Ahead of the elections, Department of State Services (DSS) has held a four-day strategic workshop for state directors of security and heads of institutions.

In a statement yesterday in Abuja by its spokesman, Dr. Peter Afunanya, DSS said the workshop was held at its national headquarters in Abuja.

It said Chairman of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, presented a keynote address on preparation for the polls.

The statement said Yakubu assured DSS of INEC's determination to deliver free, fair and credible elections.

It reads: '… the commission, through its Director of Legal, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Babalola, educated participants on the Electoral Act 2022 and its implications for security agencies.

''The service reviewed the security situation and assured INEC of its support in line with the President's promise to bequeath a free and fair poll.

'As part of related training and courses oulined for personnel, a capacity building seminar in Public Relations was opened by DGSS on January 23, for mid-level officers...