DSS Nabs Alleged ESN Commander Who Killed 5 Policemen, 11 Others

By Abraham Olatunbosun—

Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested a suspected notorious commander of the Eastern Security Network (ESN), Sabastine Odo Odam, who allegedly killed 11 labourers and five police officers in a series of violent attacks in Isi-Uzo Local Government Area of Enugu State.

The DSS also arrested Ejike Daniel, a suspected member of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), during the intelligence-led operation carried out on Friday, March 6, in Eha-Amufu and Umuhu communities.

Security sources say the arrests followed months of surveillance over the suspects’ alleged involvement in attacks on police stations and the carting away of weapons used in subsequent assaults.

According to the sources, the suspects have confessed to masterminding several attacks, including the February 26 killing of 11 labourers, as well as the murder of five police officers between December 24, 2025, and January 26, 2026.

Residents of Isi-Uzo Local Government Area have welcomed the arrests, expressing hope that the development will help restore peace to communities affected by repeated violence.

Both suspects are currently in the custody of the DSS and are expected to be arraigned in court soon.