DSS Raids SERAP Office in Abuja, Following Criticism of Fuel Price Hike
Abuja, Nigeria – In a dramatic turn of events, operatives from the Department of State Services (DSS) stormed the offices of the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) in Abuja on Monday. The raid, which reportedly involved a demand to see the rights group’s directors, has sparked widespread concern and condemnation.
SERAP, a prominent non-governmental organization known for its advocacy on human rights and accountability, has been vocal in its criticism of the recent fuel price hike in Nigeria. The group had recently called on President Bola Tinubu to intervene and direct the National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to reverse the controversial increase.
The DSS raid on SERAP’s office is seen as a direct response to the group’s advocacy efforts. This incident comes at a time when civil liberties and freedom of expression are under increasing scrutiny in Nigeria. Many are concerned that the government may be attempting to silence dissent and intimidate those who dare to challenge its policies.
As details of the raid continue to emerge, SERAP has called on President Tinubu to intervene and order the DSS to cease its harassment and intimidation of the organization. The incident has raised serious questions about the state of democracy and the rule of law in Nigeria.
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