Enugu dismisses reported attack as false

Enugu State government officials have strongly denied social media claims of an attack on residents in the Awgu Local Government Area, labeling the reports as entirely false and misleading.

Dr. Malachy Agbo, the Commissioner for Information and Communication, issued a statement on Monday dismissing the allegations. He asserted that no such incident occurred in Awgu or any other part of the state, describing the reports as fabrications designed to misinform the public and incite panic. Agbo emphasized that residents are conducting their normal activities without any security breaches.

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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 wish to state unequivocally that no such incident occurred. The report is fake, baseless, and exists only in the imagination of those peddling it," Agbo stated. He urged the public to disregard the false information and refrain from spreading unverified reports that could cause fear and confusion.

The commissioner highlighted the administration's commitment to security, noting significant investments in safeguarding lives and property. He expressed disappointment that some individuals, seemingly unsettled by the prevailing peace, would resort to spreading falsehoods for political gain. Agbo warned that anyone involved in creating or disseminating fake news would face the full extent of the law, urging residents to rely on verified sources for security information.

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They engage falsehood 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.