Enugu State Moves Against Rural Violence: Suspected Informants Arrested in Eha-Amufu Attacks

In a decisive move to address ongoing rural violence, the Enugu State Government has confirmed fresh attacks on farmlands in the Eha-Amufu community and announced the arrest of two individuals suspected of acting as informants for militant herders.

Governor Peter Mbah, responding to the recent incidents, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to public safety, emphasizing that the state remains secure despite the attacks. He noted that Enugu has ramped up its investment in modern surveillance technologies and rapid response security units aimed at curbing insecurity in vulnerable areas, particularly in agrarian communities.

The arrests come amid growing concern over the security of farmers in border communities like Eha-Amufu, which have experienced intermittent violence linked to armed herders in recent years.

During a security briefing in Enugu, Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zone 13, AIG Godwin Aghaulor Oladipo, commended the state’s proactive measures. He acknowledged improvements in intelligence sharing, mobility, and logistics, stressing the importance of continued inter-agency collaboration to maintain peace and prevent further bloodshed in rural regions.

Oladipo assured the public that law enforcement agencies are intensifying efforts to dismantle criminal networks operating under the guise of herding and will not hesitate to bring collaborators to justice.

As investigations into the Eha-Amufu attacks continue, the state government has called on residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities. Governor Mbah reiterated that the state will not tolerate any form of sabotage or criminal complicity that endangers lives and livelihoods.

The arrests mark a significant development in Enugu’s broader crackdown on rural violence, signaling the government’s resolve to secure farming communities and restore lasting peace across the state.