Enugu govt debunks alleged attack in Awgu, calls report fake news

The Enugu State Government has forcefully refuted claims of an attack on innocent citizens in Awgu, located in the Awgu Local Government Area. Reports circulating on social media were dismissed as "spurious and completely false," existing only in the "imagination of those peddling it."

“

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.

Malachy Agbo, the Commissioner for Information and Communication, issued a statement emphasizing that no such incident has taken place anywhere in Enugu State. He urged the public to ignore the misinformation, which he believes was deliberately concocted to mislead and create panic. Residents, he assured, are conducting their daily activities peacefully without any security breaches.

“

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.

Agbo suggested that the fabricated reports stem from individuals uncomfortable with the prevailing peace and stability in the state, seeking to gain political advantage. He warned that the government would not tolerate the spread of falsehoods that undermine public confidence and security. Those found guilty of creating or disseminating fake news will face the full extent of the law.

“

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.

The government reiterated its unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property, with the safety of Enugu's residents being central to Governor Peter Mbah's development agenda. Citizens are advised to remain calm, vigilant, and rely only on verified information regarding security matters.

“

The government would not fold its arms while malicious actors spread falsehoods capable of undermining public confidence and security. He stressed that anyone found to be involved in the deliberate creation or dissemination of fake news would face the full weight of the law.