The Department of State Services (DSS) has apprehended two suspected gunmen in Kano State.

According to Peter Afunanya, Public Relations Officer, Department of State Services, National Headquarters Abuja, who stated this on Thursday, some exhibits were also recovered.

Two AK-47 assault rifles, two empty AK-47 magazines, a red Boxer motorcycle and a sack of yams—the weapons’ hiding places—were all found, he claimed, by the DSS officers.

Investigations, according to him, showed that the suspects were detained as they were en route to deliver the weapons and ammunition that were to be used to carry out a planned attack in one of the States in Northern Nigeria.

The statement further appealed to citizens to always be vigilant and report any suspicious movement around their environment

He also appealed to all operators and patrons of fun, hospitality and tourism centres to be cautious during the festive periods, just as the statement wished all the Muslim faithful, peaceful and joyous Eid el-fitr celebrations.

The service further pledged to work with sister agencies and other stakeholders to ensure adequate security during and after the events.