Security vehicle attached to office of NSA stolen during Juma’at Prayers in Abuja
An official Toyota Hilux escort vehicle belonging to the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) was brazenly stolen during Friday’s Juma’at prayers in Abuja, prompting a swift response from security agencies.
The incident occurred in broad daylight around 1:05 p.m. when the vehicle was parked opposite the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) complex in Area 10. The ONSA official had reportedly left the vehicle to attend prayers at a nearby mosque. Upon returning, the vehicle was found missing.
Security expert, Zagazola Makama, confirmed the theft via his X (formerly Twitter) account, noting that the matter was promptly reported to the Garki Police Division around 2:00 p.m. Law enforcement officials were said to have responded immediately.
In response, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command launched a citywide stop-and-search operation across all checkpoints and entry/exit points in the capital to track down the suspects and recover the stolen vehicle.
Police authorities have confirmed that investigations are ongoing and all available resources are being deployed to bring the perpetrators to justice.
The FCT Command reassured the public of its commitment to recovering the stolen Hilux and enhancing the safety of lives and property within the capital.
The incident has raised fresh concerns about the state of security in Abuja, even in supposedly secure zones. However, the ongoing police response signals a determined effort to restore public confidence.