Police Embark on Nationwide Manhunt Following Disappearance of Official Vehicle from Force Headquarters
Following the disappearance of an official vehicle from its Force Headquarters in Abuja, the Nigeria Police Force has initiated a nationwide search effort, raising concerns about potential internal security lapses.
A Toyota Buffalo Land Cruiser with registration number NPF 5594 D and chassis number JTELU71JX0B027126, which went missing, was reported stolen on July 28, 2025. The development was confirmed via an internal memo from the Commissioner of Police (DFA, Katsina Command) circulated through the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID).
The vehicle, assigned to the Operations Department at Louis Edet House, was discovered missing after it was allegedly taken from the official parking lot.
A police signal obtained by reporters read in part:
“The vehicle attached to the Department of Operations, FHQ Abuja, was declared missing/stolen or removed from where parked on 28/07/2025 from the parking lot of FHQ, Louis Edet House, Abuja. Case is under investigation. Grateful disseminate to formations, area commands, and divisions for possible recovery.”
In response, the Force has directed all area commands, divisional police officers, and tactical units nationwide to remain on high alert and treat the case as “very important.” Security agencies have also been instructed to provide immediate updates on any leads that could aid the recovery of the vehicle.
