The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has launched a thorough investigation into the suspected suicide of a 30-year-old man in Kagini, Dei-Dei area of Abuja.
The distressing incident came to public attention on August 5, 2025, after neighbors and family members discovered the man in his residence and promptly alerted authorities.
Police operatives from the Dei-Dei Division responded swiftly to the emergency call and arrived at the scene to assess the situation.
Upon entering the residence, officers found the victim, identified as Ik Ojo, hanging under circumstances suggestive of suicide.
Authorities immediately secured the scene, ensuring that potential evidence was preserved for further investigation.
The victim was quickly evacuated to Kubwa General Hospital, where medical personnel confirmed his death, ruling out any chance of survival.
Following confirmation of the death, the body was deposited at the Kubwa General Hospital mortuary, awaiting a comprehensive autopsy to determine the exact cause.
The FCT Police Command assured residents that the investigation will be conducted with discretion, professionalism, and meticulous attention to detail.
Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, has directed that all leads be thoroughly explored to establish the events that led to the tragic incident.
Authorities have appealed to the public to come forward with any information that could help reconstruct the circumstances surrounding the suspected suicide.
Local neighbors expressed shock and sadness, describing the loss as sudden and deeply unsettling for the community.
Mental health experts emphasize that cases like this underscore the importance of psychological support and timely intervention for individuals experiencing emotional distress.
Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, assured the public that updates on the investigation would be communicated as soon as new information becomes available.
The FCT Police Command stressed that all investigative measures, including forensic analyses, will follow established protocols to ensure accuracy, transparency, and public trust.
Authorities urged calm and patience from the community while investigations progress, promising that justice and clarity will be served regarding the circumstances of the suspected suicide.
SP Josephine Adeh, Anipr., Police Public Relations Officer, FCT Police Command, Abuja – 06/08/2025
