The Enugu State Government has cautioned land speculators and individuals attempting to sell or acquire plots within the proposed Enugu Mechanic Village in Akegbe Ugwu, warning that such activities are illegal and will attract prosecution.
The government stated that the land, located at Umuetugbuoma community in Akegbe Ugwu, Nkanu West Local Government Area, has already been designated for the development of the Enugu Mechanic Village and remains under government control.
The warning was issued in a statement by the Commissioner for Trade, Investment and Industry, Dr. Sam-Ogbu Nwobodo, who accused some individuals and groups of falsely presenting themselves as estate developers and marketing the land to unsuspecting members of the public.
According to the commissioner, the government has received reports that certain persons are engaging in the sale and allocation of plots within the site, describing such actions as unlawful and a clear case of trespass.
“The Enugu State Ministry of Trade, Investment and Industry wishes to alert the public concerning the parcel of land located at Umuetugbuoma community in Akegbe Ugwu, Nkanu West Local Government Area, which has been designated for the proposed Enugu Mechanic Village,” the statement said.
“The government has observed that some individuals and organisations are parading themselves as estate developers and marketing portions of the land to members of the public. Such activities constitute illegal trespass.”
Nwobodo stressed that the land is reserved for a major government project aimed at strengthening infrastructure and supporting economic activities in the state.
He warned that any person or group found trespassing on the land, carrying out development, or engaging in transactions involving the property would face legal consequences.
“For the avoidance of doubt, the Enugu State Government declares that any attempt to trespass, interfere with, or carry out development or transactions on the land within the proposed Mechanic Village site is illegal and will be prosecuted in accordance with the law,” he stated.
The commissioner further advised members of the public to exercise caution in land dealings and to avoid transacting with individuals or organisations claiming to have authority over the property.
He urged prospective buyers and investors to verify land ownership and approvals through appropriate government channels before entering into any transaction.
