Murdered Cyclist Found Dumped in Pegi Community
The lifeless body of Hussain Gambo, a commercial cyclist, was recently discovered in a ditch near Pegi community in Kuje Area Council of the FCT. The shocking incident has left the community reeling with fear and uncertainty, as details of the gruesome murder continue to emerge.
Discovery of the Corpse
Ishaya Bako, a resident of Pegi, shared that Hussain Gambo was reported missing on Sunday, sparking a frantic search by family and friends. Tragically, it wasn’t until Tuesday that his body was found inside a ditch near a stream at Pegi community. The heartbreaking discovery revealed that Hussain had been brutally stabbed to death, his motorcycle stolen by unknown assailants who had boarded his bike from Tukpechi village to Pegi.
Community Response and Investigation
Members of the vigilante group patrolling the area were the first to uncover the corpse and raise the alarm. Okada riders in Kuje tipper garage quickly mobilized to the scene, confirming the identity of the deceased. Yakubu Gambo, a vigilant member, recounted the harrowing events, stating that the hoodlums responsible for Hussain’s murder had callously dumped his body in a ditch before fleeing with his bike. The vigilante group ensured that the body was handed over to Hussain’s grieving relatives in Sauka village along Airport road for a proper burial.
Police Involvement and Official Statement
Despite the heinous nature of the crime, the spokeswoman of the FCT police command, SP Adeh Josephine, has yet to confirm the incident, leaving the community anxious for justice and closure. As the investigation unfolds, residents are left to grapple with the senseless loss of a beloved member of their community and the unsettling presence of violence in their midst.
In the wake of this tragic event, the Pegi community must come together to support one another, seek justice for Hussain Gambo, and demand accountability from the authorities. The memory of a vibrant, hardworking cyclist will forever be etched in their hearts, a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the urgent need for peace and security in their neighborhood.
