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Enugu State Police Command, GRA, Enugu (2026)

01/10/2026

HAPPY 66TH INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY NDI ENUGU STATE

As we celebrate our Nation’s 66th Independence Anniversary, let us remember that the vision of a united, peaceful, safe and prosperous Nigeria can only be achieved through unity and our collective contribution to building a safer society.

CP MAMMAN BITRUS GIWA, psc, mspsp, smicm
Commissioner of Police
Enugu State Command

01/10/2026

ENUGU STATE POLICE COMMAND

PRESS RELEASE

CP GIWA CONGRATULATES ENUGU CITIZENS ON NIGERIA’S 66TH INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY, ASSURES CONTINUED IMPROVEMENT IN SECURITY

The Commissioner of Police, Enugu State Command, CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, psc, mspsp, smicm, has congratulated the people of Enugu State and Nigerians on the occasion of the nation’s 66th Independence Anniversary, assuring residents of continued improvement in security across the State.

CP Giwa commended the people of Enugu State for their support and cooperation with the Police and other security agencies, noting that sustained community partnership remains crucial to maintaining peace and public safety.

The Commissioner reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to strengthening crime prevention, intelligence-led policing and rapid response, while urging residents to always remain vigilant, law-abiding and supportive of security efforts.

The CP wished the people of Enugu State and all Nigerians a peaceful and memorable Independence Anniversary, and called for continued unity and collective responsibility in building a safer society.

SP DANIEL NDUKWE, mnipr, mnisma
Police Public Relations Officer
Enugu State Command
State Headquarters
GRA, Enugu
September 30, 2026

24/09/2026

ENUGU STATE POLICE COMMAND

PRESS RELEASE

ENUGU CP ORDERS INVESTIGATION AS POLICE ARREST BUILDING OWNER OVER DEATHS OF FIVE FAMILY MEMBERS IN AWGU RESERVOIR COLLAPSE

The Commissioner of Police, Enugu State Command, CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, psc, mspsp, smicm, has ordered a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collapse of a concrete water reservoir that claimed the lives of five members of the same family at Umuike-Aja Village, Nenwenta Community, Awgu Local Government Area, in the early hours of September 18, 2026.

At about 5:45 a.m. of the same date, the Police received information that the reservoir, attached to an uncompleted building, had collapsed onto the adjoining house of a neighbour, identified as Raphael Onwu (male). Onwu, his wife, mother and two children died in the incident.

Police operatives from Awgu Division promptly mobilized to the scene and, with support from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and community members, rescued a 9-year-old male child, who was taken to the hospital and is receiving treatment. The five deceased family members were recovered and taken to the hospital, where they were confirmed dead before their remains were deposited at the mortuary for preservation and autopsy.

Meanwhile, the owner of the building on which the reservoir was constructed, one Nkwo Onyedikachi Geoffrey (male), has been arrested in connection with the tragic incident.

The Commissioner of Police condoled with the bereaved family and community, and assured that appropriate action would follow the outcome of the investigation. He urged the public to avoid unsafe construction of any kind of structures and ensure compliance with approved safety standards by engaging qualified professionals.

SP DANIEL NDUKWE, mnipr, mnisma
Police Public Relations Officer
Enugu State Command
State Headquarters
GRA, Enugu
September 24, 2026

24/09/2026

ENUGU STATE POLICE COMMAND

PRESS RELEASE

ENUGU STATE LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS: CP GIWA ORDERS MASSIVE DEPLOYMENT, MOVEMENT RESTRICTION

The Commissioner of Police, Enugu State Command, CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, psc, mspsp, smicm, has ordered the massive deployment of personnel, operational and intelligence assets across the State’s 17 Local Government Areas and 260 wards for the Saturday, September 26, 2026, Chairmanship and Councillorship Elections to be conducted by the Enugu State Independent Electoral Commission (ENSIEC).

CP Giwa has also ordered the restriction of human and vehicular movements across the State from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. on election day, except for persons on essential duties and duly accredited election officials. He further barred quasi-security outfits from participating in election security and directed all armed security personnel on VIP es**rt duties not to es**rt VIPs to Polling Units.

The Commissioner assures the electorate and the public of adequate security before, during and after the elections, in collaboration with other security agencies, and urges eligible voters to turn out and exercise their franchise. He warned political parties, candidates and their supporters against electoral malpractices and acts capable of disrupting the peaceful conduct of the elections, stressing that violators will face the full weight of the law.

The electorate and the public are urged to promptly report suspicious persons and activities capable of undermining the peaceful conduct of the elections to the nearest Police Station or call 08032003702, 08086671202 or 08021709005.

SP DANIEL NDUKWE, mnipr, mnisma
Police Public Relations Officer
Enugu State Command
State Headquarters
GRA, Enugu
24th September, 2026

22/09/2026

ENUGU STATE POLICE COMMAND

PRESS RELEASE

ENUGU POLICE ARREST 30-YEAR-OLD MAN FOR ALLEGED GRUESOME MURDER OF GIRLFRIEND AND CONCEALING HER REMAINS IN HIS APARTMENT'S TOILET

The Enugu State Police Command has arrested Okpara Chibuike Emmanuel (male, aged 30), of Olympic Layout, One-Day, Enugu, for the alleged murder of his girlfriend, identified as Chinyere, whose surname, age and address are yet to be established. The suspect was rescued from an angry mob and re-arrested by Police operatives attached to Awkunanaw Division on September 21, 2026, at about 6:30 p.m., following information that he had allegedly murdered his girlfriend.

Preliminary investigation indicates that the suspect allegedly killed the victim on September 19, wrapped her remains in a nylon and locked them inside the toilet of his apartment. The offensive odour of the decomposing body subsequently attracted neighbours, who forced the door open and apprehended him before the arrival of the Police. The putrefying remains were evacuated to a mortuary for preservation and autopsy, while efforts are ongoing to trace and notify her relatives.

During preliminary interrogation, the suspect confessed to the crime, stating that the incident followed an argument between him and the deceased over allegations of who infected the other with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). He further stated that, during the argument, he struck the deceased on the head with a pestle, resulting in her death, and subsequently wrapped and dumped her remains inside the toilet.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, psc, mspsp, smicm, has ordered the State CID to conduct a discreet and thorough investigation to establish the circumstances of the incident and ensure the suspect is arraigned in court upon conclusion of investigations. He also cautions members of the public, particularly unsuspecting young women, to inform trusted relatives or friends of their movements and exercise caution about whom they visit or spend time with.

SP DANIEL NDUKWE, mnipr, mnisma
Police Public Relations Officer
Enugu State Command
State Headquarters
GRA, Enugu
September 22, 2026

14/09/2026

ENUGU STATE POLICE COMMAND

PRESS RELEASE

ENUGU CP ORDERS INVESTIGATION INTO ALLEGED DISRUPTION OF POLITICAL GATHERINGS, WARNS AGAINST POLITICAL VIOLENCE

The Commissioner of Police, Enugu State Command, CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, psc, mspsp, smicm, has directed the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of the State Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to thoroughly investigate two separate incidents of alleged disruption of political gatherings in Nkanu West LGA on September 12, 2026, and ensure that perpetrators are brought to book.

The first incident occurred at the Ndiuno-Obuoffia community, where it was alleged that armed hoodlums disrupted NDC ward meeting with sporadic shooting and injured two attendees. The second occurred at St. Joseph Primary School, Agbani, where hoodlums also allegedly destroyed canopies and chairs prepared for a PDP rally. Police operatives were promptly deployed to both scenes upon receipt of the reports to prevent further breaches and track down the fleeing suspects, despite no prior notification or request for police security coverage for either gathering.

CP Giwa reiterates the position he conveyed during his meeting with leaders of political parties in the State that all political activities must be conducted peacefully and in accordance with the law. He stressed that electoral offences remain punishable under the law and warned political parties, candidates, supporters and other stakeholders against violence, intimidation, destruction of property or any conduct capable of disrupting public peace and the electoral process.

The Commissioner urges political parties and stakeholders to promptly notify the Police of their campaigns, meetings, rallies and other gatherings to facilitate appropriate security arrangements. He assures the public that the Command will continue to maintain a peaceful and secure environment for lawful political activities and deal decisively with anyone who violates the law.

SP DANIEL NDUKWE, mnipr, mnisma
Police Public Relations Officer
Enugu State Command
State Headquarters
GRA, Enugu
13th September, 2026

11/09/2026

ENUGU STATE POLICE COMMAND

PRESS RELEASE

ENUGU POLICE ARREST TWO SUSPECTED THIEVES, RECOVER STOLEN TRICYCLE, MOTORCYCLE, POS MACHINE, CABLE CUTTER, WRAPPERS AND HANDBAGS

The Enugu State Police Command has arrested two suspected thieves in separate operations in Akpugo, Nkanu West LGA, and New Haven, Enugu, recovering a stolen motorcycle and tricycle. Operatives also recovered a POS machine, a heavy duty cable cutter and two bags containing new wrappers and female handbags suspected to have been stolen and abandoned by fleeing suspects.

On September 9, 2026, at about 5.00 p.m., operatives attached to Nkanu West Division, with the assistance of Forest Guards, arrested Nnamani Chekube Eze (male, aged 24) in possession of an unregistered Sanya motorcycle. The motorcycle was allegedly stolen from a male victim at Obuno-Akpugo, Nkanu West LGA. The suspect has made a confessional statement and is assisting with the investigation.

In a similar operation, on August 30, 2026, at about 7.00 p.m., operatives of New Haven Division, while on patrol along New Artisan Market, arrested one Godwin Emmanuel (male) at an uncompleted building near WAEC Bus Stop, Independence Layout, Enugu. He was found in possession of a tricycle reported stolen earlier the same day from a church within the area. The suspect also confessed to stealing a Sumo pumping machine at Maryland, Enugu. He and the recovered tricycle were handed over to Independence Layout Police Division, where he was subsequently arraigned and remanded in Correctional Custody by the court.

In a different operation, on September 3, 2026, at about 6.10 a.m., residents alerted the Police to some suspected thieves moving from Ugbo-Okonkwo towards the Powerline area, New Haven. Police operatives from New Haven Division immediately mobilised to the area, forcing the suspects to abandon two bags and flee. The bags, recovered with the assistance of the Neighbourhood Watch, contained 112 new wrappers and 29 female handbags, were subsequently identified and returned to their rightful owners. Further recovered are a Point-of-Sale machine and a heavy duty cable cutter.

The motorcycle theft suspect will be arraigned in court upon conclusion of investigation, while efforts have been intensified to identify and arrest the fleeing suspects.

The Command's Commissioner of Police, CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, psc, mspsp, smicm, has commended the operatives, community members and security groups for their vigilance and cooperation. He directed that the fleeing suspects be identified, arrested, investigated and prosecuted in accordance with the law, reassuring the Command's unwavering commitment to making Enugu State unconducive for unrepentant criminals.

SP DANIEL NDUKWE, mnipr, mnisma
Police Public Relations Officer
Enugu State Command
State Headquarters
GRA, Enugu
September 11, 2026

05/09/2026

ENUGU STATE POLICE COMMAND

PRESS RELEASE

CP GIWA HIGHLIGHTS 17-MONTH ACHIEVEMENTS AS AIG DANTAWAYE CHARGES ENUGU POLICE OFFICERS ON PROFESSIONALISM

The Commissioner of Police, Enugu State Command, CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, psc, mspsp, smicm, has highlighted the Command’s 17-month operational achievements, covering the period from his assumption of office on March 11, 2025, to date. Within the period, the Command arrested 6,240 suspects, recovered 156 fi****ms and 1,486 rounds of assorted am******on, and rescued 211 kidnapped and abducted victims. The CP disclosed this while receiving the Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Zone 13, AIG Miller Gajere Dantawaye, psc, on a working visit to the Command.

CP Giwa said the arrests comprised 158 kidnapping suspects, 186 armed robbery suspects, 188 murder suspects, 57 suspects for r**e and defilement, 273 cultism suspects, 63 suspects for unlawful possession of fi****ms, and 5,315 suspects for other offences, including stealing, breaking and vandalism. He added that the fi****ms recovered included 43 AK-47 ri**es and one G-3 assault r***e, while 209 vehicular exhibits, comprising motor vehicles, tricycles and motorcycles, were also recovered.

The Commissioner attributed the achievements to sustained intelligence-led operations, proactive policing and inter-State security collaboration, highlighting the deployment of the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU), intensified border patrols under the Inspector-General of Police’s Handshake Patrol initiative, and enhanced emergency response through the Distress Response Squad and Command-and-Control Centre. He also solicited continued Zonal support, particularly in manpower, operational logistics and personnel welfare.

Addressing personnel of the Enugu State Police Command, AIG Dantawaye charged them to uphold professionalism, discipline, accountability and ethical conduct, with strict adherence to Force regulations and respect for citizens’ rights. He urged them to remain committed to their constitutional responsibilities and sustain public confidence in the Police, while expressing his readiness to work with all personnel to further strengthen security in Enugu State.

The engagement, held at the Senior Police Officers’ Mess, Agbani Road, Enugu, was attended by officers and men of the Enugu State Command cutting across all ranks and formations.

SP DANIEL NDUKWE, mnipr, mnisma
Police Public Relations Officer
Enugu State Command
State Headquarters
GRA, Enugu
September 4, 2026

03/09/2026

ENUGU STATE POLICE COMMAND

PRESS RELEASE

EMBER MONTHS: CP GIWA HOLDS STRATEGIC CONFERENCE WITH SENIOR POLICE OFFICERS, DIRECTS PROACTIVE POLICING MEASURES

The Commissioner of Police, Enugu State Command, CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, psc, mspsp, smicm, held a strategic conference with senior police officers of the Command as part of measures to strengthen security and public safety during the Ember Months and the approaching festive period. The conference was aimed at reviewing the Command’s security strategies and ensuring effective coordination of policing operations across the State.

The CP described the Ember Months as a critical period requiring heightened vigilance, strategic policing actions, intelligence-led operations and proactive deployment of personnel to prevent crime and maintain public order. He directed all operational supervisory officers to strengthen intelligence gathering, surveillance, visibility patrols, stop-and-search operations and other crime-prevention measures within their areas of responsibility.

CP Giwa also directed the officers to sustain close engagement with communities and other stakeholders, while upholding professionalism, respect for human rights and strict adherence to the law. He assured residents and visitors that the Command remains fully prepared to safeguard lives and property throughout the Ember Months, stressing that security during the period is a shared responsibility requiring sustained collaboration between the Police, communities and other stakeholders.

Deputy and Assistant Commissioners of Police, Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers, and Heads of Formations, Tactical and Operational Units and other Sections of the Command attended the interactive conference.

SP DANIEL NDUKWE, mnipr, mnisma
Police Public Relations Officer
Enugu State Command
State Headquarters
GRA, Enugu
September 3, 2026

30/08/2026

ENUGU STATE POLICE COMMAND

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SOCIAL POLICING: CP GIWA ATTENDS IBAGWA-NIKE KINGDOM 2026 NEW YAM FESTIVAL

The Commissioner of Police, Enugu State Command, CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, psc, mspsp, smicm, today, August 30, 2026, attended the 2026 New Yam Festival of Ibagwa-Nike Kingdom in Enugu East Local Government Area, hosted by His Royal Majesty (HRM), Igwe (Dr.) Emmanuel Ugwu.

The Commissioner’s attendance underscores the Command’s commitment to social policing, community partnership, cultural engagement, and strengthening police–citizen relations as key components of effective policing and sustainable peace.

CP Giwa congratulated the traditional ruler and the people of the Ibagwa-Nike Kingdom for the celebration. He reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to working closely with traditional institutions, community leaders, and residents to promote peace, security, and harmonious coexistence across Enugu State.

SP DANIEL NDUKWE, mnipr, mnisma
Police Public Relations Officer
Enugu State Command
State Headquarters
GRA, Enugu.
August 30, 2026

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