The Nigerian Police and other security personnel attached to the Enugu State Government House have foiled an armed attack on the State Government House by unknown persons.
Chief Press Secretary to Governor Sullivan Chime, Chukwudi Achife, while Confirming the incident, said the attack occurred about 4.30am local time, when a group of young men numbering about 50 and carrying machetes and cutlasses, invaded the Government House and tried to force their way in.
He said the attackers were immediately engaged by security personnel who shot one dead and arrested three while the rest escaped.
The mission of the youth, who were carrying flags with different inscriptions and insignia, is not yet known.
