
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has confirmed a fatal vehicle accident that occurred along Nnamdi Azikiwe Expressway by Mabushi Underbridge on September 3, 2025, which claimed the lives of the driver, his wife, and two other persons.
Police Public Relations Officer, FCT Police Command, Abuja, SP Josephine Adeh, disclosed that preliminary findings indicate that a grey Toyota Highlander, registration number ABJ 206 EC, driven by one Emeka Ehekweme with his wife, was accosted by three unidentified suspects who forcefully entered the vehicle near Berger Junction, Utako. In the ensuing struggle for control of the steering, the vehicle lost control, struck another parked Mazda vehicle, and somersaulted into a bridge pillar.
According to the statement, the Highlander’s driver, his wife, and two of the assailants were confirmed dead on arrival at the National Hospital, while a third suspect is currently receiving treatment. The Mazda driver, one Suleman Mohammed, sustained no life-threatening injuries.
Investigation into the circumstances of the incident is underway. The Command commiserates with the families of the deceased and assures the public of a thorough investigation to ascertain the facts of the matter.
Further development will be communicated in due course.