Drama As Criminals Cart Away NSA Ribadu’s Office Security Vehicle During Juma’at Prayer in Abuja

• A security vehicle attached to the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) has reportedly been carted away by criminals during Juma’at prayers in Abuja
• The vehicle was parked opposite the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) complex in Area 10 and went missing while the ONSA official attended prayers
• Reacting, the FCT Police Command has launched a citywide stop-and-search operation and assured the public that all resources are being deployed to recover the vehicle

Legit.ng journalist Esther Odili has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements.

FCT, Abuja - In a dramatic move, an official Toyota Hilux escort vehicle belonging to the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) was reportedly stolen during Juma’at prayers in Abuja on Friday, April 11, prompting a swift response from security agencies.

The incident occurred in broad daylight around 1:05 p.m on Friday, the vehicle was parked opposite the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) complex in Area 10.

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As reported by Vanguard, the ONSA official had reportedly left the vehicle to attend prayers at a nearby mosque. Upon returning, the vehicle had gone missing.

Security expert, Zagazola Makama, confirmed the theft in a post shared on his X page.

He noted 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.

Police launch stop-and-search operation

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 further confirmed that investigations are ongoing and all available resources are being deployed to bring the perpetrators to justice.

Continuing, 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.

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Meanwhile, 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.

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Ribadu receives freed ex-NYSC boss

Earlier, Legit.ng reported that the National Counter Terrorism Center handed over Maharazu Tsiga, the former director-general (DG) of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), to the national security adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, in Abuja.

Tsiga was abducted alongside other individuals on February 5, 2025, from his hometown of Tisga in Bakori local government area (LGA) of Katsina state. He, however, regained freedom on Wednesday, April 2, after spending 56 days in captivity.

During the handover, NSA Ribadu commended the efforts of the security forces and intelligence agencies involved in the rescue operation that freed Tsiga and 18 other kidnap victims. He reiterated the Bola Tinubu administration’s 'commitment' to enhancing national security and ensuring the safety of all Nigerians.

Source: Legit.ng