The Department of State Services (DSS) has warned Nigerians on the dangers of public display of affluence, saying it is great security risk.
Mr Paul Oduh, the Deputy Director, Security Enforcement of the secrete Service in Kwara State Command, gave the warning on Friday, July 23, 2021 in Ilorin at a symposium organised by the State branch of the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA).
The DSS deputy director says that these were not the best of times to show off in the Country, especially when considering current security challenges as uncontrolled exhibition of flamboyant lifestyle and deliberate show of affluence has the portency of attracting kidnappers, bandits and other criminals.
“People must adopt moderate lifestyles, so as not to fall prey to these criminal elements,” he said.
Oduh explained that keeping negative habitual routines, such as keeping late nights all the time, and driving on a particular route everytime can also put individuals under observation by all manner of attackers. He further observed that boastful attitude and maintaining habitual daily routine can also make someone prone to avoidable attacks.
“The Country is ravaged by insecurity on daily basis. However, people should not despair, security should be concern of all people and they must be enlightened on it,” he said.
“Security can never be 100 per cent everywhere in the world. People should be knowledgeable enough on those things they can do to protect themselves.
“Security denotes free from danger and protection of lives and property where individuals can pursue their lawful activities.
