The State Security Service (SSS) in the evening of Monday, August 5, announced that it would obey the ruling of a court that granted leave to Ibrahim El-Zakzaky, leader of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN), to travel abroad for medical attention.
Daily Nigerian reports that the SSS made its position known in a statement by its spokesperson, Peter Afunnaya.
The secret security agency said it is in line with the service principles to comply with the order.
“This is to inform the public that the Department of State Services (DSS) has received the order granting Ibrahim EL-ZAKZAKY leave to travel to India for medical treatment.
“Consequently, the Service is liaising with relevant stakeholders to ensure compliance.
“Conformity with the order is in line with the Service’s avowed commitment to the Rule of Law inherent in a democracy,” the statement said.
