Trending video: Abuja residents in fear as man selling human parts nabbed

• The FCT Police command arrested Nuhu Ezra for allegedly trafficking human parts in Abuja
• Police stated Ezra found the remains while hunting in Kuje and planned to sell them for N600,000
• The incident has raised alarm among Abuja residents, but the police have reassured the public of their commitment to maintaining safety and security

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has apprehended a man suspected of trafficking human parts in Abuja.

Nuhu Ezra, a resident of Gosa Kipikipi village in Lugbe, was detained on July 9, 2024, at approximately 9:00 p.m. by officers from the Iddo police division. He was found in possession of a human skull and bones.

Police apprehend human parts trafficker Photo credit: @AbiodunSanusi01
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Police reports indicate that Ezra discovered the human remains while hunting in Kuje and intended to sell them for N600,000, Vanguard reported.

SP Josephine Adeh, the police public relations officer, confirmed the arrest and called on residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities.

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She said:

FCT Commissioner of Police, Benneth Igweh, has ordered a thorough investigation to determine the source of the human parts, the intended buyer, and the duration of Ezra's involvement in this alleged trade.

Ezra is currently in police custody and will be charged in court upon the investigation's conclusion.

This incident has alarmed Abuja residents, who are increasingly concerned about rising criminal activities in the city. However, the police have reassured the public of their dedication to ensuring the safety and security of all residents.

Abuja man threatens to kill himself by climbing mast

In another development, operatives of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) police command have arrested a man identified as Shuaibu Alhaji Yushau for climbing a very high broadcast mast with a placard to kill himself at ASO Radio in Katampe.

Legit.ng reported that Yushau was prevented from taking his own life after much professional persuasion from the police operatives at about 09:10 a.m. on Monday, July 8.

Source: Legit.ng