Enugu government says reports of attack in Awgu are false

The Enugu State Government has said that reports on social media claiming innocent people were attacked in Awgu are not true. They describe these reports as misleading and false.

In a statement from the Commissioner for Information and Communication, Malachy Agbo, the government made it clear that no such attack happened in Awgu or anywhere else in the state. He said the report is a lie created by people trying to confuse the public and cause panic.

The Commissioner added that people in Awgu and other areas in Enugu State are going about their daily lives without any security issues as reported. He noted further.

"The attention of the Enugu State Government has been drawn to the spurious and completely false report alleging an attack on innocent citizens in Awgu Local Government Area. We wish to state unequivocally that no such incident occurred. The report is fake, baseless, and exists only in the imagination of those peddling it."

"We therefore urge members of the public to disregard the misinformation and refrain from spreading unverified claims capable of causing fear and confusion among citizens. The administration of Governor Peter Mbah has made security a top priority and continues to invest heavily in measures aimed at safeguarding lives and property across the state."

"It is unfortunate that some individuals, apparently uncomfortable with the prevailing peace, security, and stability in Enugu State, would resort to fabricating falsehoods in a desperate attempt to score cheap political points at the expense of Ndi Enugu and the state’s hard-earned reputation as one of the safest destinations in the country."

Mr Agbo also warned that the government will not sit back while people spread lies that could harm public trust and safety. He emphasized that anyone who creates or shares fake news will face serious consequences.

He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting lives and property, saying that the safety and well-being of Ndi Enugu are very important to Governor Peter Mbah’s plans for development.

The state government is calling on residents to stay calm, alert, and obey the law while trusting only verified sources of information about security in the state.