Nigerian Police Arrest Abuja Resident Stockpiling Firearms

It was learnt that the suspect was arrested on 26th of December at a Guest House in territory after the suspect shot a 29-year-old man, Andrew Philemon.

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command says it has arrested a 33-year-old man, identified as Obinna Nwigwe with major firearms in Bwari, Bwari Area Council of the territory.

She added that at the time of the incident, the suspect was armed with a pump-action rifle.

The statement reads in part; “On December 26, 2024, police officers responded to a distress call from Najob Guest House in Bwari, where gunfire had been reported. Upon arrival, they discovered 29-year-old Andrew Philemon bleeding from critical injuries after being shot by 33-year-old Obinna Nwigwe.

“Nwigwe claimed the shooting was an act of self-defense following a heated argument. At the time of the incident, he was armed with a pump-action rifle.

“A thorough search of Nwigwe’s residence yielded an alarming array of weapons, including:

“Five Dane guns, One English-made single barrel, An AK47 magazine containing 29 rounds of 7.62 live ammunition, Four live cartridges, Seventeen expanded cartridges, A bow with arrows, Various knives, a sword stick, and a toy gun, A taser and a bulletproof jacket, Multiple sets of police uniforms and boots

“Andrew Philemon is currently receiving treatment at the National Hospital, while Obinna Nwigwe is expected to face charges once the investigation concludes.

“Similarly, On December 29, 2024, police were alerted to a vehicle theft reported by 45-year-old Onyeka Vincent, whose car was stolen while parked outside Saint Louis Catholic Church in Byazhin. Prompt investigative efforts led officers to Suleja, where they found the stolen vehicle in the possession of 45-year-old Evans Omagba.

“During questioning, Omagba confessed to the theft and revealed that he had acted with the help of three accomplices who are still at large. Additionally, police recovered two more stolen vehicles from Omagba, highlighting the ongoing challenge of vehicle theft in the area.”

Source:- Saharareporters