Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has praised the Department of State Services (DSS) for arresting high-profile kidnappers and gunrunners in the state. The commendation came during a visit to the Enugu DSS Command headquarters, where Mbah lauded the agency's professionalism and discipline. He credited the arrests with contributing to a peaceful Easter period in the state. One of those apprehended is a notorious gang leader linked to multiple attacks on security operatives and ransom kidnappings across Enugu and surrounding areas.
Mbah stated that the people of Enugu are grateful for the improved security atmosphere, attributing it to the DSS and other security agencies. "The good people of Enugu State are grateful for the peaceful atmosphere, especially around the Easter period, brought about through the efforts of the Service and other Security Agencies in the state," he said. He urged the DSS to sustain the current pace of operations, calling security the primary essence of government. The governor expressed confidence that the suspects would face full legal consequences, with their criminal network already disrupted.
Peter Mbah's public commendation of the DSS over the arrest of a known gang leader suggests a shift in security dynamics in Enugu. If the disruption of this network leads to lasting reductions in kidnappings, residents may begin to see tangible improvements in personal safety. This could also influence public perception of Mbah's administration as one capable of delivering on security.
