Operatives of the Enugu State Police Command have intensified their crackdown on crime, raiding suspected criminal hideouts and dismantling drug hubs in Enugu metropolis.
The operation, carried out by officers attached to the Anti-Cultism Tactical Squad, took place around midnight on April 5, 2026, at New Artisan area of the state.
Acting on intelligence, the team stormed the location, leading to the arrest of a 29-year-old suspect, identified as Francisco Olugba.
Items recovered from the suspect include quantities of suspected cannabis, bags of clothing believed to have been stolen, eleven SIM cards from different network providers, a pair of scissors, and other exhibits.
In addition to the arrest, the operatives destroyed makeshift structures used as drug peddling and consumption points, effectively disrupting criminal activities in the area.
The development was confirmed in a statement made available to DAILY GAZETTE on Wednesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Daniel Ndukwe, who noted that investigations are ongoing to apprehend other members of the criminal network and uncover the full scope of their operations.
Reacting to the operation, the Commissioner of Police, Mamman Bitrus Giwa, reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to proactive policing and the protection of lives and property across the state.
He also called on residents to remain vigilant, law-abiding, and to report any suspicious activities to security agencies.
