Mbah Hails Security Agencies as DSS Recovers Weapons, Arrests Suspects Linked to Enugu Attacks

Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has commended security agencies for their efforts in combating crime following the recovery of a large cache of arms and the arrest of suspects linked to several violent attacks across the state.

Speaking during an inspection of the recovered weapons at the Enugu headquarters of the Department of State Services (DSS), Mbah revealed that some of the suspects in custody were connected to major security breaches, including attacks that claimed the lives of security personnel in the state.

The recovered items include 17 AK-47 rifles, one General Purpose Machine Gun (GPMG), a rocket-propelled rifle, a tear-gas gun, 12 AK-47 magazines, two hand grenades, three tear-gas canisters, and 1,071 rounds of ammunition. Security operatives also seized various uniforms and four lanyards.

The governor praised the dedication and vigilance of security personnel, describing the operation as a victory for hard work and commitment to duty.

Mbah recalled that after the deadly attacks on security officers in December last year, the state government placed bounties on the perpetrators. He noted that while some suspects had already been arrested, those recently apprehended were individuals who had remained on the run.

Reaffirming his administration’s stance against criminality, the governor warned that Enugu would remain hostile to criminals and vowed that anyone involved in crime would eventually be tracked down and brought to justice.

He expressed satisfaction that the state’s investments in modern security technology and infrastructure were yielding positive results, enabling security agencies to identify and dismantle criminal networks more effectively.

According to him, the combination of advanced technology and dedicated security personnel has helped prevent numerous crimes before they could be carried out, contributing to improved safety across the state.

Mbah also urged landlords and property owners to thoroughly screen prospective tenants, stressing that ignorance would not absolve anyone from responsibility if their properties were used for criminal activities. He maintained that the government would continue prosecuting negligent property owners and demolishing buildings linked to violent crimes.

The governor further commended President Bola Tinubu for initiatives aimed at strengthening national security, including support for the proposed state police system and the rehabilitation of security training institutions across the country.

He noted that efforts were underway to upgrade training facilities for security agencies, a move he said would improve professionalism and standardize security training nationwide.

Mbah concluded with a warning to criminal elements, insisting that Enugu State would continue to pursue and prosecute anyone involved in unlawful activities, regardless of how long it takes.