The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested a man, identified as Zayyanu Halilu, after he was allegedly caught sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl inside a vehicle at the Airport Bridge Taxi Park in Abuja.
The suspect was arrested on Friday, October 2, 2026, by operatives of the Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit during a routine patrol of the area.
Key Highlights
- The FCT Police Command arrested Zayyanu Halilu over the alleged sexual assault of a 12-year-old girl.
- The incident allegedly occurred inside a vehicle at the Airport Bridge Taxi Park, Abuja.
- The arrest was made on Friday, October 2, 2026, by the Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit during a routine patrol.
- Police said a medical examination showed the girl was about three months pregnant.
- The suspect remains in custody and will be charged to court after investigations.
- Police urged parents and guardians to pay close attention to children’s safety and whereabouts.
According to a statement issued by the FCT Police spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, officers became suspicious after observing a fully tinted navy blue Volkswagen vehicle, with registration number KMC567LQ, parked at the location with its windows wound up.
The police said the vehicle was shaking, prompting the officers to approach and open it.
The officers allegedly found Halilu sexually assaulting the 12-year-old girl inside the vehicle.
The suspect was immediately arrested, while the girl was rescued and taken for medical attention, the police said.
Suspect Allegedly Lured Girl Several Times
Preliminary investigation reportedly revealed that the suspect had allegedly lured the minor to the same location on several occasions and sexually abused her inside the vehicle.
The police further alleged that the suspect threatened to harm the girl if she disclosed the abuse to anyone.
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The Command said medical examination subsequently showed that the minor was about three months pregnant.
The victim is currently receiving medical care and undergoing further assessment, according to the police.
The suspect remains in police custody and will be charged to court after the completion of investigations, the Command said.
Police Urge Parents To Safeguard Children
The Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi, urged parents and guardians to pay close attention to the safety, welfare and whereabouts of children under their care.
The Command also urged residents to promptly report suspicious activities or persons to the nearest police station or through its emergency lines: 08032003913 and 08028940883.
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