Police Arrest Man for Rape and Other Crimes Against Women in Abuja

Police in Abuja, Nigeria, have arrested a man named Usman Mohammed for allegedly committing several crimes against women, including intimidation and sexual assault. The arrest took place after a report was made at the Lugbe police station on November 6, 2026.

According to the police, a team quickly began searching for Mohammed. They tracked him down to the Federal Housing Authority area in Lugbe. When he saw the police, he tried to escape but was caught before he could reach the main road.

Investigations revealed that Mohammed had been involved in predatory lending, often targeting vulnerable women, including widows. In one incident, he allegedly lured a woman into his vehicle and took her to a secluded area where he sexually assaulted her. He reportedly recorded videos of her and threatened to expose them if she did not repay her debt.

Currently, Mohammed is in police custody and is being questioned further. He is expected to face charges once the investigation is complete. The Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi, condemned the violence and urged anyone facing similar issues to report them to the police.