By Danlami Nmodu
Nigeria’s secret police , the Department of State Service ,DSS has warned Nigerians to “to be more circumspect and exercise greater vigilance” about people wearing Catholic Church Reverend Sisters’ regalia henceforth .
This warning was contained in a statement by spokesperson of DSS, Marilyn Ogar on the heels of theft of such peculiar attires in Kano by unknown persons.
Ogar said on Saturday “On 20th August, 2014, about 0400 hours, some unidentified persons broke into a tailoring shop located at No.55 Odutola Street, Sabon Gari, Kano, and stole about thirteen (13) pieces of Catholic Church Reverend Sisters’ regalia.
DSS spokesperson noted further that, “With the recent trend of female suicide bombings in the country, the theft of these regalia heightens concerns about the possibility of terrorist elements using same to perpetrate acts of terror.
She said further, “Consequently, this Service wishes to draw the attention of the public to this development and to call on all citizens to be more circumspect and exercise greater vigilance with users of such peculiar attires.
DSS further enjoined “ all to continue to cooperate with law enforcement agencies through the provision of useful information on suspicious activities within their immediate environment. This Service will continue to collaborate with all stakeholders as we strive to keep our country safe.”
