**Taraba Govt Stands by DSS Over Arrest of Cleric, Condemns Inflammatory Comments** In recent days, there have been heated debates over the arrest of Reverend Bazel Yoila by the Department of State Services (DSS) in Taraba State. The Taraba State Government has now weighed in on the matter, dismissing allegations of impropriety and condemning inflammatory comments that could spark unrest. According to the Commissioner for Information and Re-Orientation, Barrister Zainab Usman Jalingo, the government felt compelled to respond to the public outcry and social media commentary suggesting that the arrest was unjustified. In a statement, the government reiterated that security agencies acted in the interest of public peace and responsible civic engagement. One of the key issues at stake is a reconciliation process within the United Methodist Church in Nigeria (UMCN). The state government initiated this process as a peace-building measure to prevent internal church disputes from escalating into wider communal tensions. However, Reverend Yoila's alleged comments in a viral video have sparked controversy. According to the government, these comments were highly inflammatory and posed a serious threat to public order. The government's position is that attempts to derail the reconciliation process through threats or inflammatory rhetoric will not be tolerated and will be met with the full weight of the law. The matter is currently before a court of competent jurisdiction, and the government has urged all parties to refrain from actions or commentary that could interfere with ongoing judicial proceedings. This development highlights the delicate balance between free speech and public order in our country. While Nigerians have the right to express their opinions, they must do so in a responsible and non-inflammatory manner. The Taraba State Government's stance on this issue serves as a reminder that the rule of law and the independence of the judiciary must be respected at all times.