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Attempted ritual: Man who tied up lady in Abuja hotel handed over to police

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has confirmed the custody of 30-year-old Joseph Efe, who was handed over by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) for his alleged involvement in kidnapping, robbery, and attempted murder....For More READ THE FULL STORY▶▶

Efe, a native of Ondo State, was arrested on September 17, 2024.

Efe’s arrest is tied to the alleged abduction of 25-year-old Olivia Ijeoma Chukwuemeka from Abia State. Chukwuemeka was reportedly confined at Top View Hotel in Wuse, Abuja, for ritual purposes.

Shocking viral footage showed her bound with tape around her legs and hands, sparking widespread outrage across social media platforms.

The FCT Police Command, through its spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, has reassured the public that a thorough investigation is already underway. Authorities have emphasized their commitment to fighting crime within the Federal Capital Territory, working closely with other security agencies. As the investigation progresses, further updates are expected.

The statement read; “The FCT Police Command wishes to confirm the receipt of one Joseph Efe, a 30-year-old male suspect of Ondo State, from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, FCT Command.

“The suspect was arrested on 17th September, 2024, in connection to the alleged kidnapping, robbery and attempted murder of one Olivia Ijeoma Chukwuemeka, a 25-year-old female of Abia State, by forcefully and criminally confining her to a room in Top View hotel, Wuse, allegedly for ritual purposes as purported in viral video footage making rounds wherein the victim was gagged, her legs and hands tied with tape.

“While discreet investigation into the matter has commenced, the FCT police command wishes to reaffirm its commitment to collaborate with other relevant security agencies in the effort against crime and criminality within the Federal Capital Territory.”.…For More READ THE FULL STORY ▶▶

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