Enugu Police commissioner orders investigation into disruption of political gatherings

The Commissioner of Police, Enugu State Command, CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, has directed the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of the State Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to investigate two separate incidents of alleged disruption of political gatherings in Nkanu West local government area with a view to ensuring that perpetrators were brought to book.

The incidents were said to have taken place last Saturday September 12, 2026.

According a statement from the police spokesman, Daniel Ndukwe, “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 participants.

The statement further said, “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,” Ndukwe disclosed.