House of Reps member’s aide murdered despite paying ransom demanded by kidnappers
House of Reps member’s aide murdered despite paying ransom demanded by kidnappers
On Tuesday, Dabo Haruna, a member of the House of Representatives, expressed his deep sorrow over the recent murder of his legislative aide, Miss Nimah Sulaiman, despite the payment of a ransom.
She was killed on October 17, 2024, while returning home.
While addressing the House on a matter of urgent national importance, Haruna, who represents the Toro federal constituency in Bauchi State, highlighted the alarming rise in kidnappings and robberies in Abuja, including the notorious “one chance” incidents.
He described the situation as increasingly dire for residents of the federal capital territory, noting that the prevalence of unregistered and unpainted taxis has exacerbated criminal activities.
Haruna voiced his concern about the growing fear among citizens as security continues to decline, allowing ruthless criminals to operate with impunity.
Haruna said: “Further aware that one Miss Nimah Sulaiman, a Legislative Aide of Hon Dabo, was kidnapped and brutally murdered on Thursday, October 17, 2024, on her way home to Jahi District, around 6:15 pm, where she was taken at gunpoint at Bannex Junction in Wuse 2 by one-chance operators.
“Despite paying ransom in full, her life was tragically cut short. Her body was found between the hours of 9 and 10 pm at Maitama/Minister’s Hill Bridge
“Disturbed that this heinous crime has sent shockwaves through our community, confirming the escalating insecurity in the FCT, it is our collective responsibility as lawmakers to ensure the safety and security of our citizens.”
The House has summoned the Minister of Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to address the rise of “one-chance” criminals and the increasing kidnappings and security issues plaguing Abuja.
Additionally, the Commissioner of Police, Tunji Disu, and the Director-General of the State Security Service, Adeola Ajayi, are also required to appear before the committees on FCT, Police Affairs, and National Security and Intelligence.
Furthermore, the House has tasked its FCT committee with investigating the prevalent use of unregistered and unpainted taxis in Abuja, aiming to propose regulatory measures for their operations.
