FCT police arrest acclaimed pastor allegedly concerned in interstate automotive theft, recuperate stolen car

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested an acclaimed pastor, Edwin Nwabueze over alleged involvement in interstate automotive theft.

The spokesperson for the command, SP Josephine Adeh, who disclosed this in an announcement on Friday, October 30, 2026 mentioned Nwabueze and one Sadiq Jamiu have been arrested in reference to the theft of a Toyota Camry at UTC Plaza, Garki District of the FCT.

According to the PPRO, preliminary investigations have additionally linked the suspect to earlier arrests in reference to car theft instances in Benue State.

Adeh mentioned additional investigation point out which can be members of an interstate car theft syndicate.

“The principal suspect, who hails from Oji River, Enugu, but resides in Benue State, identified himself as a Pastor with Salvation Power Bible Ministry, located in North Bank area of Benue State,” the assertion learn.

“Following sustained and expanded investigations, the suspect was arrested at his residence on the 27th of October 2026.

“He led police operatives to a different location the place his confederate, one Sadiq Jamiu was additionally arrested.

“Preliminary investigations have also linked the suspect to previous arrests by the Benue State Police Command in connection with vehicle theft cases.

“Further findings point out that the suspects are members of an interstate car theft syndicate specialising within the theft and sale of autos throughout completely different states of the nation.

“Investigations are ongoing to establish the full extent of the syndicate’s operations and apprehend other members who are currently at large.

“The arrested suspects are in police custody and will likely be charged to courtroom upon the conclusion of investigations.

“The Command urges members of the public to remain security conscious and promptly report suspicious persons or activities to the nearest police station or through the Command’s emergency numbers: 08032003913, 08061581938.”