The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command rescued 25-year-old Promise Eze from a suspected ritualist at a hotel in the Wuse district of Abuja. The suspect, who had checked into the hotel with Eze under the alias Emmanuel Okoro, fled the scene and is currently being sought by authorities.
According to the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, hotel staff alerted the police after noticing suspicious activity in one of the rooms. Upon arrival, officers found Eze unconscious, tied to a chair, and with her mouth covered in plaster. She was immediately taken to Wuse District Hospital, where she regained consciousness.
Preliminary investigations revealed that Eze had met the suspect online, where he introduced himself as Michael Prince, claiming to be an oil company employee from Delta State. After initially inviting her to Delta, they agreed to meet in Abuja. The police have launched a manhunt for the suspect and are urging the public to provide any information that could assist in his apprehension.
The FCT Police Command has reiterated its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of residents and has advised individuals to exercise caution when meeting people through online platforms. They also encourage hotel operators to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities promptly.
This incident underscores the importance of personal safety measures and the need for public cooperation with law enforcement agencies to prevent such occurrences in the future.
