Police Arrest Salvation Power Bible Ministry Pastor Over Alleged Interstate Car Theft in Abuja
The FCT Police Command has arrested a pastor, Edwin Nwabueze, and his alleged accomplice, Sadiq Jamiu, over their suspected involvement in an interstate vehicle theft syndicate operating across Nigeria.
Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command have arrested a man identified as Pastor Edwin Nwabueze over his alleged involvement in interstate vehicle theft. The arrest followed an investigation into the theft of a Toyota Camry at UTC Plaza in the Garki District of Abuja. The development was confirmed on Friday, October 30, 2026, by the Police Public Relations Officer of the FCT Command, Josephine Adeh. According to the police, Nwabueze identified himself as a pastor with Salvation Power Bible Ministry, located in the North Bank area of Benue State.
Police investigations revealed that the suspect hails from Oji River in Enugu State but resides in Benue State. Following sustained intelligence gathering and investigations, operatives reportedly arrested him at his residence on October 27, 2026. During questioning, the suspect allegedly led police officers to another location where they arrested his suspected accomplice, identified as Sadiq Jamiu. The police said the arrests were connected to the reported theft of the Toyota Camry in Abuja.
The FCT Police spokesperson further disclosed that preliminary investigations had linked Nwabueze to previous arrests by the Benue State Police Command in connection with vehicle theft cases. Further findings reportedly indicated that the two suspects were members of an interstate vehicle theft syndicate specialising in stealing and selling vehicles across different states. Investigators are currently working to establish the full extent of the alleged criminal network and identify other individuals believed to be involved in its activities.
The police confirmed that both suspects remain in custody and will be charged in court after investigations are concluded. The FCT Police Command also urged residents to remain security-conscious and promptly report suspicious individuals or activities to the nearest police station. Authorities stressed the importance of public cooperation in tackling organised crime and preventing vehicle theft across the country. Investigations are continuing as security operatives work to identify and apprehend other suspected members of the alleged syndicate.
