Six operatives of the Department of State Security (DSS)
attached to President Jonathan's security detail in Bauchi have reportedly been
hospitalized following the attack on the President's convoy by some youths at the PDP campaign rally in Bauchi state yesterday
January 22nd.
According to Channels TV, the
youths attacked the convoy of President Jonathan as it left the venue of
the campaign, throwing stones, sachet water and slippers. The attack
became worse as the last car which was carrying the 6 DSS officials was
attacked with big stones, causing major damage. The 6 officials were
immediately rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. Two of them who
sustained more serious injuries will be flown to Abuja today for further
treatment
