The Department of State Services DSS has intercepted a suspected criminal syndicate responsible for the diversion and sale of the palliatives meant for the vulnerable in Nassarawa state.
According to a signed statement by the service spokesman Dr Peter Afunanya, some of the suspects includes officials of Nasarawa State Emergency Management Agency (NASEMA) and their accomplices in the markets, notably Modern Market Lafia, where the items were being resold.
He said the suspects have, been handed over for appropriate disciplinary measures.
The DSS said it has received reports from some State Governments relating to diversion or sale of palliatives meant for their citizens.
According to Afunanya, the Service undertook investigations in that regard and has recovered some of the items as well as apprehended the suspects.
Noting that the operation is ongoing in other states, the Service appealed to members of the public who may have information relating to this emerging trend to report same to the relevant security agencies for necessary action.
