Enugu Government Moves to Restrict Keke and Buses Ahead of New BRT Transport System

The Enugu State government has announced plans to restrict tricycles, yellow buses, and minibuses from major highways as it prepares to launch a new Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system. Commissioner for Transport, Dr. Obi Ozor, said the reform is part of Governor Peter Mbah’s agenda to modernize Enugu into a multimodal, globally competitive city. Several major routes will become dedicated BRT corridors, with tricycles and smaller buses reassigned to secondary and last-mile routes. The state has procured 200 CNG BRT buses and 4,000 electric taxis to be assembled locally, while 84 bus shelters have already been completed. Ozor noted that the system will feature air-conditioned buses with WiFi, electronic fare payments, real-time tracking, and a 47% fare discount. Transport unions expressed support but urged the government to consider operators’ livelihoods. A joint review committee has been set up to finalize operations before the official rollout date.

Several Killed in Enugu Road Crash as Speeding Bus Collides With Hilux on Enugu–Abakaliki Highway

A fatal accident on Sunday night along the Enugu–Abakaliki Federal Road near Akpoga-Nike claimed multiple lives after a 608 commercial bus crashed into a Toyota Hilux truck carrying construction workers. All occupants of the Hilux died instantly, while the bus driver and another passenger sustained severe injuries. Eyewitnesses described the crash as horrific, blaming excessive speeding for the tragedy. Residents say at least 20 people have died on the same route since December 1, urging the government to hasten the long-delayed dualisation of the highway. FRSC and police authorities have yet to comment on the incident.



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Nigerian Troops Rescue 14 Kidnapped Victims After Fierce Shootout in Orokam Forest, Benue

Nigerian Army troops under Operation Udo Ka (OPUK) have rescued 14 kidnapped victims during a coordinated assault on a criminal camp in Orokam Forest, located between Enugu and Benue States. Acting on credible intelligence, soldiers and local vigilantes stormed the hideout, engaging armed bandits in a heavy firefight that forced the criminals to flee and abandon their captives. The victims—abducted while returning from a burial—were freed unharmed and handed over to the Udenu Police Division. The forest corridor has long been identified as a hotspot for cross-border kidnapping, and fresh surveillance operations are underway to prevent regrouping of the fleeing gunmen.

Troops rescue 14 kidnapped victims at Orokam forest in Benue

By: Zagazola Makama

Nigerian Army troops of Joint Task Force Sector One, Operation Udo Ka (OPUK), in collaboration with the Neighbourhood Watch, have rescued 14 kidnapped victims during a coordinated operation at Orokam Forest, a border area linking Udenu Local Government Area of Enugu State and Ogbadigbo Local Government Area of Benue State.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that the operation was conducted on Friday at about 1:30 p.m., following credible intelligence from locals indicating the presence of a suspected kidnappers’ hideout in the forest.

The source said troops deployed in Udenu LGA swiftly mobilised to the location alongside vigilante personnel of the Neighbourhood Watch.

“While approaching the hideout, the criminals opened fire on the troops. The joint team responded with a high volume of fire, forcing the kidnappers to flee in disarray and abandon the kidnapped victims,” the source said.

The sources said 14 abducted persons, who were returning from a burial ceremony over the weekend before being kidnapped, were rescued unhurt.

The sources added that preliminary investigation revealed that the victims were abducted from two separate communities Ezimo Agu in Udenu LGA, Enugu State, and Orokam in Ogbadigbo LGA, Benue State.

According to the source, the victims were subsequently handed over to the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), Udenu Division, for onward reunification with their families.

The source added that the troops expended 70 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition during the engagement and returned to base at about 7:21 p.m. without any incident.

The sources noted that troops had intensified monitoring of the general area to deny criminal elements freedom of action.

Enugu Commissioner Ezeh Denies Sponsoring Violence in Mburubu, Says Allegations Are Politically Driven

Enugu State Commissioner for Science and Technology, Prince Lawrence Ozoemena Ezeh, has denied allegations that he armed youths and sponsored violent attacks in the crisis-torn Mburubu community. The accusations, linked to a protracted traditional leadership tussle, came from community stakeholders who claimed he orchestrated clashes and targeted Igweship contender Jerry Patrick Onuokaibe. In a rebuttal issued through his media aide, Ezeh described the claims as fabricated and politically motivated, insisting he has no interest in the Igweship stool and that court rulings have already disqualified Onuokaibe. He added that the recent unrest was triggered by Onuokaibe’s alleged disobedience to court and police directives regarding the suspended New Yam Festival. Ezeh urged the public to disregard the allegations, asserting that the law and community constitution support his position.

How Enugu Government Ignored Repeated Warnings About Suspect Who Killed Teenage Girl After She Exposed His Sexual Abuse

Community leaders in Opi, Nsukka, had reportedly raised alarms months ago about 51-year-old Emmanuel Emeka Nwangwu — the man now arrested for killing a 19-year-old girl who exposed his alleged pattern of sexual violence.

A leaked petition shows that the community formally alerted the Enugu State government about Nwangwu’s alleged abuses, but authorities allegedly failed to act. Instead of being investigated, he was reportedly empowered with an official local security role.

The teenage victim allegedly paid the ultimate price after speaking out, as Nwangwu targeted her for exposing his sexual misconduct.

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Kidnapped Enugu Residents Regain Freedom After Ransom Payment Amid Growing Insecurity

Kidnapped residents of Ezimo and Obollo-Eke communities in Enugu State have been released after a substantial ransom was paid. The victims, abducted during violent weekend attacks near a military checkpoint, were freed near the Benue border and taken for medical care. Locals say there was no government or security intervention, prompting protests by Ezimo women who demanded urgent action as kidnappings and shootings continue to terrorize the area. Police have not yet issued an official statement.

Lagos Tops 2025 Ease of Doing Business Ranking as PEBEC Warns States on Urgent Reforms

The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has released the 2025 Subnational Ease of Doing Business Report, with Lagos leading at 85.6%, far ahead of other states. Kaduna, Oyo, FCT, and Ogun complete the top five, while Enugu, Plateau, Ekiti, Kano, and Nasarawa make the top ten. PEBEC says the ranking is based on hard administrative evidence across 16 indicators, highlighting gaps in power stability, investor aftercare, interstate trade rules, and MSME financing. The council warns that without urgent reforms, Nigerian businesses may continue relocating to more stable environments like Ghana, Rwanda, and Kenya.

Enugu Forest Guard Upgrades Weaponry

In Enugu State, Governor Peter Mbah revamped the State's Forest Guard in a bid to strengthen security by equipping the guards with new weaponry.

They will be tasked with protecting the forest, with the move solidifying Governor Mbah’s efforts to strengthen and professionalise forest security across the state.

Snakes, Bushes Take Over Enugu Agriculture Ministry Office as Staff Raise Safety Fears

The South-East Regional Office of the Federal Ministry of Agriculture in Enugu has fallen into severe neglect, with overgrown weeds and snakes overrunning the premises. Staff say the facility has become unsafe, with snakes roaming freely and no intervention from the Zonal Directorate or sanitation contractors despite months of complaints. Workers now fear a dangerous incident is imminent and are appealing to the Ministry of Agriculture, the Enugu State Government, and environmental agencies to urgently clear the premises and restore safety.

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Just In: Enugu State launch Forest Guards with sophisticated weapons and tech.

Two high-tech drone, 10 Hilux, 40 Motorcycles, 400 bullet proof helmet and vests all purchased by the Enugu State Security Trust Fund.

EXCLUSIVE: Enugu Lawyer Accused of Defrauding Widow of Police Officer Killed by SARS in Multi-Billion Naira Scheme

A SaharaReporters investigation has uncovered how Enugu-based lawyer, Barrister Tony Igwe, allegedly orchestrated a sophisticated scheme to defraud Gift Ezenwa—the widow of former police officer Collins Ezenwa, who was extrajudicially killed by the defunct SARS in 2018. After presenting himself as a trusted ally capable of recovering her husband's seized assets, Igwe allegedly manipulated, isolated, and exploited the young widow, taking control of her finances, properties, and legal documents. The investigation reveals accusations of forgery, threats, financial manipulation, illegal property sales, and the diversion of billions of naira. Igwe is also alleged to have exploited her postpartum vulnerability and controlled her life for years, including during her forced relocation to the UK. Evidence suggests he liquidated her assets, emptied accounts, and exercised psychological control while posing as her protector. Multiple law enforcement sources describe the case as one of the most shocking abuses of trust and legal malpractice in recent years.

Two Dead, Nine Injured in 11-Vehicle Crash on Enugu–Port Harcourt Expressway




Two people were killed and nine others injured in a multiple-vehicle crash involving 11 vehicles along the New Garki axis of the Enugu–Port Harcourt Expressway. The accident, which occurred around 11:45 a.m. on Wednesday, involved trucks, trailers, a Sienna, a tipper, minibuses, and a Jeep. According to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), the victims were rushed to the National Orthopaedic Hospital and UNTH for treatment. FRSC officials, along with police and military personnel, swiftly responded and cleared the road. Preliminary findings point to speed violation, route violation, and loss of control as possible causes, while investigations continue.

The National Economic Council (NEC) has approved N100 billion for the comprehensive rehabilitation and upgrading of training institutions for the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies, pending final approval by President Tinubu

The decision was based on the report and recommendations of an ad hoc committee set up to evaluate the current state of security training facilities across the country.

During its 154th virtual meeting on Wednesday, NEC also approved N2.6 billion for consultancy services related to the project.

The initiative originated from President Tinubu’s directive at the 152nd NEC meeting in October, where he called for a complete overhaul of security agencies’ training institutions nationwide.

Presenting the committee’s findings, the Chairman and Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, highlighted the deplorable condition of most of these facilities and stressed the urgent need for intervention to enhance the quality of training for Nigeria’s security personnel.

Multiple Fatalities Feared as Massive Crash Involving 10 Vehicles Hits Enugu’s New Gariki




A major accident at New Gariki along the Enugu–Port Harcourt Expressway on Wednesday caused widespread panic after at least 10 vehicles — including four trailers, commercial buses, Sienna vans, and smaller cars — collided, leaving body parts scattered across the scene.
The crash, which occurred near the busy Gariki Market, resulted in significant but yet-to-be-confirmed casualties. Witnesses described a chaotic scene as traders and passersby rushed to rescue survivors trapped under crushed vehicles.
Soldiers later arrived to control traffic and assist rescue efforts, while emergency responders continued struggling to recover victims due to the extensive damage. Authorities have not yet confirmed the cause of the incident or the official death toll.


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Peter Mbah Presents Record N1.62 Trillion ‘Budget of Renewed Momentum’ to Accelerate Enugu’s Transformation




Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah has unveiled a landmark N1.62 trillion budget for 2026, marking a 66.5% increase from the revised 2025 budget. Tagged the “Budget of Renewed Momentum,” it allocates 80% (N1.29 trillion) to capital projects and 20% (N321 billion) to recurrent spending.
The economic sector receives the largest share—N825.9 billion (51%)—to fund major infrastructure projects, including 1,200 urban roads, rural road networks, completion of key dual carriageways, expansion of Enugu Air’s fleet to 20 aircraft, and new transport terminals.
The social sector gets N644.7 billion, with education taking 32.27%, supporting Smart Secondary Schools, TVET colleges, and expansion of the state’s Smart Green Schools initiative.
The budget will be funded through N870 billion IGR, N387 billion federal allocation, and N329 billion capital receipts.
Mbah praised President Tinubu’s economic reforms for boosting Enugu’s revenue, noting that IGR is expected to exceed N400 billion, the highest in the state’s history, while FAAC allocation surpassed projections by over 50%.
He also earmarked funds for gratuity payments, security surveillance expansion, healthcare, and ongoing city development projects.





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Enugu Commissioner Accused of Using Security Forces, Thugs in Mburubu Igweship Crisis



The traditional leadership crisis in Mburubu, Enugu State, has intensified as community leaders accuse Commissioner Lawrence Ozoemena Ezeh of arming youths, orchestrating violent attacks, and using security agencies to target Igweship contender Engr. Jerry Onuokaibe. The community calls on Governor Peter Mbah to intervene as allegations of harassment, attempted assassination, and constitutional manipulation continue to deepen tensions.

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Enugu Man Arrested for Murder of 19-Year-Old Cousin Days After She Reported Him for Sexual Abuse




The Enugu State Police Command has arrested 51-year-old Emeka Emmanuel Nwangwu for the brutal murder of his 19-year-old cousin, Loveth Uloma Nwangwu, just days after she reported him for years of sexual abuse, abduction, and threats to her life. Police spokesperson SP Daniel Ndukwe confirmed the arrest, describing the incident as a tragic and gruesome crime that occurred in Nsukka during the yuletide season.

Loveth had lodged a complaint on November 28, recounting how she lived with the suspect since age 13, enduring repeated abuse and forced confinement. Despite initially fleeing, she was allegedly abducted again by the suspect, who threatened her with a firearm. After reporting the matter to police and undergoing medical examination, her family opted not to pursue charges immediately due to cultural considerations.

However, the situation turned fatal when the suspect stormed a pharmacy where Loveth was receiving treatment and violently attacked her, smashing her head on the floor. She died at the hospital shortly after. The suspect was immediately rearrested and is now in police custody. Commissioner of Police Mamman Bitrus Giwa condemned the incident and ordered a swift, thorough investigation by the State CID, promising that justice will be served.

The killing has shocked Nsukka residents, who are grappling with the disturbing details of prolonged abuse and the violent nature of the attack.

Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah has just presented a ₦1.62 trillion budget for the 2026.