Crime
Man Kills Friend With Machete After Luring Him With Food In FCT
Adeh said inquiries by operatives revealed that Mohammed was an ex-convict with ties to a notorious syndicate that targets motorcyclists for theft.
Abuja, Nigeria – The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a man, Iliayasu Mohammed, for allegedly killing his friend, Safillahi Muhammad, after inviting him for a meal at his residence in Dantata Village.
According to a statement by the FCT police spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, the gruesome attack occurred on February 13, 2025, around 1:30 PM.
However, Police officers, responding to a distress call, arrived at the scene to find Muhammad lying unconscious in a pool of blood with deep machete wounds on his head and body.
Adeh stated that the suspect lured his friend to his house under the pretense of hospitality before launching a brutal attack with a cutlass.
The statement read, , “On February 13, 2025, the FCT Police Command responded to a distress call received at about 01:30pm regarding a suspected hom!cide in Dantata Village. Officers quickly mobilized to the scene, leading to the arrest of 23-year-old Iliayasu Mohammed from Dakwa, Municipal Area Council, Abuja. He is accused of the brutal murder of his friend, Safillahi Muhammad.
“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. Police found the victim unconscious in a pool of blood and transported him to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead.”
Adeh said inquiries by operatives revealed that Mohammed was an ex-convict with ties to a notorious syndicate that targets motorcyclists for theft.
“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.”
“Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, urges residents to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities to law enforcement. The Command is dedicated to maintaining the safety and security of all residents,” she added
