Police Arrest Man Over Alleged Rape Of Minor In Abuja

The suspect was arrested on October 2, 2026, by operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit who were on routine patrol in the area.

According to the police, the officers became suspicious after noticing a fully tinted navy blue Volkswagen vehicle with registration number KMC567LQ parked at the location, with its windows wound up and the vehicle shaking.

The officers reportedly approached and opened the vehicle, where they allegedly found Halilu sexually assaulting the minor.

The FCT police spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, said the suspect was immediately arrested while the victim was rescued.

Preliminary investigation, according to the command, indicated that the suspect had allegedly lured and sexually abused the girl on several occasions in the same vehicle.

The police further alleged that Halilu threatened to “deal with her” if she disclosed the abuse to anyone.

The police said a medical examination subsequently revealed that the victim was about three months pregnant, which the command said was linked to the alleged abuse.

The victim is currently receiving medical care and undergoing further assessment, while the suspect remains in police custody.

The command said the suspect would be charged to court after the conclusion of investigations.

The FCT Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi, urged parents and guardians to remain vigilant and pay close attention to the whereabouts, safety and welfare of their children and wards.

He also urged residents to report suspicious activities or persons to the nearest police station or through the command’s emergency lines: 08032003913 and 08028940883.