Boarding public transportation in Abuja is increasingly becoming dangerous as ‘one chance’ (car robbery) incidences spike across Abuja.
The most recent incident involved a young lady, cut short in her prime by ‘one chance’ perpetrators who threw her off a moving vehicle after they had robbed her. Worst still, the Maitama General Hospital, funded by taxpayers’ money, Ms. Greatness Olorunfemi tax monies inclusive, failed to admit and treat her even when some good Nigerians rescued her where she was left for the dead. because he had no access to Medicare in good time, she died even when she should have lived to tell the story.
Eye witness account said shortly after the nurses and doctors refused to treat Ms. Olorunfemi, two other middle-aged men, stabled by criminals in a similar fashion as Ms. Olorunfemi were also denied treatment at the same facility.
The late Ms. Olorunfemi was a member of Young African Leaders Initiative YALI Network Abuja. The group has petitioned the Minister of FCT, Mr. Nyesome Wike over the death of their member and called for the rising tide of insecurity to be addressed.
Moyosoluwa Oladayo, the YALI Network Abuja Coordinator a statement said “The YALI Network Abuja is deeply saddened to announce the tragic passing of our esteemed member, Ms. Greatness Olorunfemi. Greatness was gruesomely murdered by the dreaded “One Chance” syndicate who reportedly pushed her down from a moving vehicle along the Maitama-Kubwa arterial highway on the 26th of September, 2023. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Olorunfemi family and friends during this incredibly difficult time.”
“Just like every member of the YALI network, Greatness had this greatness from within. She was a dedicated and passionate member of the YAL! Abuja Network, is known for her commitment to community development, her love for God, and youth empowerment. Most notable was her lofty dream to play an integral role in the betterment of the Nation. A cause she was irredeemably sold out to. Her untimely and brutal demise, an avoidable one, is not only a personal loss to her immediate family but a profound and regrettable loss to the entire YALI Network Nigeria. We all had high hopes for her” the statement Eulogized her.
“The YALI Network Abuja condemns in strong terms this heinous act of violence and calls upon the FCT Minister and relevant security agencies to prioritize the safety of Abuja residents. We implore them to launch a thorough and transparent investigation into Greatness’ murder so that her perpetrators can be brought to book. It is essential that the culprits are held accountable for their actions and face the full weight of the law” Oladayo said.
YALI noted that in recent times, “the rising insecurity within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has raised serious concerns among residents. It has now become imperative that immediate and effective measures be taken to address this issue. The safety and security of lives and property must be a top priority, and we call upon the FCT Minister to liaise with security agencies to ensure the protection of our beloved community.”
The Abuja Police Command has confirmed the incident and has launched an investigation into the matter.
Our correspondent reports that there is a rising wave of insecurity within Abuja and its environs as residents are frequently harassed, robbed, stabbed, and disposed of their belongings.
The worst-hit areas include Kubwa, Lugbe, Berger Junction, Jabi, Airport Road, Kuchi Goro, Mpapa, Utako, NyanNyan, Asokoro Village, Durumi, and several other towns across Abuja.
