IGP DISU LAUNCHES ENUGU VCRU AS CP GIWA REPORTS ARREST OF 182 SUSPECTS, RESCUE OF 31 KIDNAP VICTIMS, RECOVERY OF FIREARMS, AMMUNITION, OTHER EXHIBITS SINCE THE UNIT’S ESTABLISHMENT

ENUGU STATE POLICE COMMAND

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IGP DISU LAUNCHES ENUGU VCRU AS CP GIWA REPORTS ARREST OF 182 SUSPECTS, RESCUE OF 31 KIDNAP VICTIMS, RECOVERY OF FIREARMS, AMMUNITION, OTHER EXHIBITS SINCE THE UNIT’S ESTABLISHMENT

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc (+), NPM, has formally launched the Enugu State Command’s Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU), describing it as a timely and strategic initiative to strengthen intelligence-driven policing, prevent violent crime and protect lives and property.

Represented by AIG Miller Gajere Dantawaye, psc, in charge of Zone 13, the IGP charged VCRU personnel to uphold professionalism, discipline, accountability and respect for human rights. He commended Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah for providing vehicular logistics and supporting security infrastructure across the state.

Presenting the Unit’s scorecard since its establishment in April 2026, the Commissioner of Police, CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, psc, mspsp, smicm, disclosed that the VCRU had arrested 182 suspects for offences including armed robbery, kidnapping, unlawful possession of firearms and ammunition, cultism, and drug and substance trafficking, many of whom have been prosecuted. The Unit also rescued 31 kidnapping victims and recovered 57 firearms, including 13 AK-47 rifles, 669 rounds of assorted live ammunition, 44 vehicles comprising motor vehicles, tricycles and motorcycles, and other incriminating exhibits.

CP Giwa explained that the VCRU comprises specialised sub-sections responsible for armed robbery, terrorism and related offences; kidnapping; cultism and drugs trafficking; and operational monitoring, professional conduct oversight and media liaison. He commended the Governor’s continued support and reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to combating violent crime and safeguarding lives and property.

Speaking on behalf of the VCRU State Civilian Oversight Board, Mr. Larry Ogwuego, representing Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), commended the IGP for establishing the Unit and promoting intelligence-driven operations and respect for human rights. He assured that the Board would uphold its oversight responsibilities to promote accountability and incorporate community feedback.

The launch, held at the State VCRU Headquarters, Golf Estate, Enugu, was attended by senior police officers, Mr. Vincent Onyeabor, Special Assistant to the Governor, and members of the State Civilian Oversight Board representing different segments of the society. They include HRH Igwe Chinedu Nwobodo (traditional institution); Barr. Dozie Iwuala (legal profession); Rev. Bright Alaribe (Police Community Relations Committee); Comrade Obinna Ogbuka (media); and Comrade Ebuka Bartholomew Okoh (youth).

SP DANIEL NDUKWE, mnipr, mnisma
Police Public Relations Officer
Enugu State Command
State Command Headquarters
GRA, Enugu
14 October 2026.