The police in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have confirmed that they have taken custody of the self-confessed Yahoo boy, Joseph Efe, 30, who was apprehended by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Abuja.
Efe, from Ondo State, was handed over by the NSCDC for his alleged involvement in kidnapping, robbery, and attempted murder.
Efe was arrested on September 17, 2024, in connection with the alleged abduction and confinement of Olivia Ijeoma Chukwuemeka, a 25-year-old female from Abia State.
The incident took place at Top View Hotel, Wuse, where the victim was reportedly held against her will for ritual purposes. Viral footage showed Chukwuemeka had her legs and hands bound with tape, raising widespread concern on social media.
The FCT Police Command, through its spokesperson SP Josephine Adeh, confirmed that a discreet investigation into the matter has commenced.
The command also reassured the public of its dedication to combating crime in the Federal Capital Territory in collaboration with other relevant security agencies. Further details regarding the investigation are expected as it unfolds.
The statement read:
“The FCT Police Command wishes to confirm the receipt of one Joseph Efe, a 30-year-old male suspect of Ondo State, from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, FCT Command.
“The suspect was arrested on 17th September 2024, in connection to the alleged kidnapping, robbery and attempted murder of one Olivia Ijeoma Chukwuemeka, a 25-year-old female of Abia State, by forcefully and criminally confining her to a room in Top View hotel, Wuse, allegedly for ritual purposes as purported in viral video footage making rounds wherein the victim was gagged, her legs and hands tied with tape.
“While discreet investigation into the matter has commenced, the FCT police command wishes to reaffirm its commitment to collaborate with other relevant security agencies in the effort against crime and criminality within the Federal Capital Territory.”
