The FCT Police Command has arrested a sacked security guard, who organised a robbery gang to attack his former employer, killing a security guard in the process, in Asokoro, Abuja.
In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, Josephine Adeh, the command said the arrests followed a report that armed men invaded a home in the Asokoro area in January 2026.
During the incident, a security guard was killed, and the attackers allegedly made away with cash, a vehicle, and other valuables.
According to the police, operatives of the Command’s Scorpion Squad launched an intelligence-led operation that led to the arrest of two principal suspects — Amaechi Edemba, 46, and Kelechi Nwokoro, 48 — between February 12 and 19, 2026.
Preliminary investigations revealed that Nwokoro had previously been employed as a security guard by the homeowner but was dismissed in January 2026 over alleged negligence.
Police allege that he subsequently conspired with Edemba and recruited four other accomplices from Nasarawa State to execute the robbery.
Investigators further stated that the former guard allegedly used his knowledge of the premises to disable the CCTV surveillance system and cut off the electricity supply before leading the armed gang into the residence.
During the attack, the suspects were reportedly confronted by the on-duty security guard, identified as Ishaku Marcus.
He was allegedly overpowered and strangled before the assailants fled with cash, jewellery, laptops, clothing items, and a silver Toyota Camry, among other valuables.
The police confirmed that the stolen vehicle and additional exhibits have been recovered. Efforts are ongoing to track down the remaining suspects who are still at large.
The Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, Miller G. Dantawaye, commended the operatives for what he described as their professionalism and diligence.
He also urged residents to properly profile domestic staff with the police before employment as a preventive security measure.
Members of the public were advised to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to the Command through its emergency line.
