FCT police dismiss Yerima assassination attempt report as false

Key Points

• FCT police say no attack on Lieutenant A M Yerima. Command says no such case was reported anywhere in Abuja.

• Earlier reports claimed unknown men chased him in unmarked trucks. Story said he dodged them with a quick driving move.

• Police call story false and warn against panic and rumours. They ask people to watch, stay calm, and report strange acts.

The FCT Police Command says it has no record of any attack. The claim was that men tried to kill Lieutenant A M Yerima. Yerima clashed with FCT minister Nyesom Wike last week over a land site.

Photo collage sourced from online images of the FCT Police Command and Nigerian Navy officer Lt. A.M. Yerima.

On Sunday posts online said unknown men chased the naval officer in Abuja. They claimed he was trailed by two dark Hilux vans with no plates. The story came days after the land clash and reports that defence minister backs naval officer.

Police deny any attack on officer

In a statement, spokesperson SP Josephine Adeh said no such case was logged. She said, “We have no report of that case in the FCT.” She asked the public to ignore the story and stay calm.

Police also stressed that no officer has filed any attempt report. They said the talk of an assassination plot was only an online rumour. The Command warned that such claims can scare people and hurt trust in security.

What the online report claimed

The online story said Yerima left a fuel station and noticed two vans behind. It claimed the vans were dark Hilux trucks with no number plates. The report added that he used a “strategic move” to shake off the men.

It also said the case was under probe and would get full weight. Readers were told the matter had been sent to top security heads in Abuja. The police now say they have seen no such case at any level.

Command warns against panic and rumours

Adeh urged people in Abuja to stay calm and avoid wild claims. She said false alarm can spread fear and distract from real security work. The clash has drawn views, from critics to reports where Wike denies insulting the officer.

The Command asked residents to call nearby stations or its hotlines when they see strange acts. It listed two phone lines for quick help and said teams would respond fast. Officials also urged people to share clear facts, not fear, when such stories appear

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FCT police command confirms Sammy West arraignment details

Key Points

• Police received a petition on October 28 about alleged crimes. Invites went out, but he did not honour them.

• Officers arrested him in Lagos under a court warrant. He was moved to Abuja for fresh questioning and checks.

• Prosecutors filed charges on November 6 after investigations finished. A judge remanded him pending bail fulfilment, police added.

The FCT police command has explained how it arrested Sammy West. Sammy West (Samuel Ojeogwu) is Regina Daniels’ younger brother, now facing charges.

Image credit: Instagram / FCT Police Command

Spokesperson SP Josephine Adeh said a petition arrived on 28 October. An earlier arrest warrant confirmation post set the context for today.

Police outline timeline from petition to arrest

Adeh said officers sent several invites to Ojeogwu to answer claims. He did not turn up, so the unit sought a court warrant.

Police then arrested him in Lagos on the court’s lawful order. He was taken to Abuja for more checks with the team.

After the review, officers sent the case file for legal advice. Prosecutors filed charges once the advice arrived and steps were clear.

On 6 November, he faced counts of conspiracy, trespass, and assault. There was also criminal intimidation and a theft count from the petition.

A magistrate remanded him until he meets the listed bail terms. Regina has hinted she may return home to free brother.

Adeh said the command stays firm on fair work and due steps. “We follow due process,” she said.

What it means for the wider dispute

The update comes amid an online row that draws public eyes. Family posts and comments have raised heat around the case.

Police urged all sides to stay calm while legal steps continue. They warned that online claims would not sway the process.

The complaint lists cyber bullying among the claims, tied to posts. Police say proof will be tested in court at the right time.

Investigators sent more than one invite before the arrest in Lagos. Adeh said that route showed fair steps before stronger action.

Bail terms may include sureties, addresses, and sums as the court sets. His team can apply to vary terms if burdens look too high.

The suspect keeps his rights to counsel and to seek fair bail. He is innocent in law until a court gives a clear verdict.

Next steps depend on bail fulfilment and the court’s set dates. Police said updates would follow through the proper public channels.

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