A black Toyota Hilux belonging to the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), Nuhu Ribadu, was stolen on Friday, April 12, 2025, while its occupant was attending Juma’at prayers in Abuja. The vehicle was parked at around 1:05 p.m. opposite the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) complex in Area 10. The theft was discovered shortly after the ONSA official returned from the mosque and found the vehicle missing.
The incident was promptly reported to the Garki Police Division at approximately 2:00 p.m., triggering an immediate law enforcement response. Security agencies swiftly launched a citywide stop-and-search operation at checkpoints and other strategic locations in an effort to recover the vehicle and apprehend the suspects.
A security source, Zagazola Makama, confirmed the quick response by the police. He stated, “As soon as the incident occurred, it was promptly reported to the Garki Police Division at approximately 2:00 p.m.”
The FCT Police Command has confirmed that investigations into the theft are ongoing, with efforts being intensified to recover the stolen vehicle and bring the perpetrators to justice. The incident, which occurred in a busy area during a public gathering, has raised fresh concerns about security in the nation’s capital.
Authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious behavior as efforts to locate the stolen vehicle continue.
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