The phrase "perceived enemies" refers to people who are thought to be opponents or threats, but the belief may not be based on actual evidence or actions. Full definition
What we have been experiencing since this administration came on board is a fight against perceived enemies. (punchng.com)
His main agenda is to come and fight perceived enemies and also bring his relations to government. (dailypost.ng)
A former Minister of Interior and 2015 governorship candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance in Imo State, Captain Emmanuel Iheanacho, has dismissed the urban renewal policy of the APC - controlled government of Imo State, describing it as a ruse and a deceit cleverly crafted to deal with perceived enemies of the state government. (punchng.com)