Tragedy in Abuja as mixer truck accident claims police officer’s life
Abdullateef Fowewe
A fatal motor vehicle accident occurred on Wednesday, around 2:20 PM, on Sani Abacha Expressway near the National Ecumenical Centre, Abuja, the FCT Police Command announced in a statement on Thursday.
The Police Command Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, said, “The FCT Police Command regrets to announce that on Wednesday, 3rd December, 2025, at approximately 2:20 PM, a tragic motor vehicle accident occurred along Sani Abacha Expressway by the National Ecumenical Centre, Abuja.”
A mixer truck driven by Salman Usman from a Wuse Zone 5-based construction company lost control and crashed.
Two police officers on duty were involved; sadly, one officer lost their life while the other sustained injuries and is receiving medical care.
Adeh highlighted, “This sad occurrence reflects the hazards and risks our officers face daily in the course of protecting lives and ensuring smooth traffic management within the FCT.”
The truck driver has been taken into custody, and other vehicles involved are undergoing inspection as the investigation continues.
FCT Police Commissioner, CP Miller G. Dantawaye, extended “heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the deceased officer and prays for the quick recovery of the injured personnel.”
He assured the public that the investigation will be thorough and justice will be ensured.
Residents are encouraged to report emergencies or security issues via the Police Command emergency lines: 08061581938, 08032003913.
