The Department of State Services (DSS) warns Muslim and Christian leaders in Osun State about an alleged terrorist plot targeting public gathering places. The DSS says the plan includes attacks on places of worship and other locations where people gather, including markets and schools, aiming to disrupt preparations for the 2027 general elections.
According to the DSS, separate meetings are held with leaders of the Muslim community and the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Osogbo on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. The agency shares intelligence that terrorists seek to expand insecurity to Nigeria’s South-West, generate fear, and discourage voter participation. The DSS also describes possible movement through areas including Kaduna and Jos before targeting Osun, and says attackers have mapped the state.
Across the reports, the DSS provides practical security guidance. Religious leaders are advised to strengthen protection around their facilities, monitor suspicious activity, and take steps such as controlling vehicle parking near congregations and ensuring adequate night security for mosques. The Punch highlights the alleged targeting of worship centres, markets and schools, aligning with the DSS warning described by Nigerian Eye.
