Troops Arrest Suspected Motorcycle Hijacker in Gwagwalada, Abuja
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested a suspected criminal from Kaduna State for allegedly attacking road users and hijacking motorcycles in Gwagwalada, Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Security sources said the suspect was apprehended at about 10:20 p.m. on November 1, 2026, by troops of 176 Guards Battalion in Gwagwalada.
Preliminary investigations reportedly revealed that the suspect and his gang had been attacking civilians with machetes to forcefully dispossess them of their motorcycles.
The sources said some victims sustained varying degrees of injuries during the attacks and were evacuated to hospitals for medical attention.
Following the arrest, troops conducted a follow-up operation to apprehend other members of the gang.
However, the suspected criminals reportedly fled upon sighting the troops.
The arrested suspect is currently in military custody for further investigation, while efforts are ongoing to track down the fleeing gang members and recover the stolen motorcycles.
Troops continue to sustain security operations in the area to protect road users and prevent further criminal activities.
