FCT Police nab 23-year-old ex-convict for alleged brutal murder of acquaintance

Iliayasu Mohammed, a 23-year-old ex-convict from Dakwa in Abuja’s Municipal Area Council, is now cooling his heels in police custody over alleged brutal murder of his friend, Safillahi Muhammad.

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command announced the arrested of the suspect in a statement sent to Persecondnews on Tuesday by the command’s spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh.

According to her, the command received a distress call on February 13, 2025, at about 01:30pm regarding a suspected homicide in Dantata Village.

Officers were quickly mobilized to the scene and found the victim lying unconscious in a pool of blood, she said.

The suspect was arrested while Safillahi was rushed to a hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.

The statement reads: “Initial investigations indicate that the suspect lured the victim to his home, where he served him food. While the victim was eating, Mohammed attacked him with a cutlass, inflicting multiple wounds to the head and body.

“Further inquiries revealed that Mohammed is an ex-convict.

“During questioning, he confessed to the murder and disclosed his involvement in a criminal syndicate led by an individual named Hassan, who remains at large.

“This gang is known for targeting motorcyclists to steal their vehicles.
The police are actively pursuing other members of the gang who have fled.

“Mohammed will face charges in court following the completion of the investigation.”

Adeh said Police Commissioner Tunji Disu has advised residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to law enforcement agents.

“The Command is dedicated to maintaining the safety and security of all residents.

“For emergency assistance or to provide information, please contact the FCT Police Command at the following numbers: 08032003913, 08028940883, 07057337653, Complaint Response Unit: 08107314192, Public Complaint Bureau: 09022222352.”