The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has initiated an investigation into the discovery of a decomposing body found inside a vehicle at the National Assembly Complex in Abuja. According to the police spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, the body was discovered on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at around 9:00 a.m. near the annex gate of the legislature ¹ ².
Details of the Incident
- *Deceased Identity*: The deceased has been identified as 55-year-old Gaddafi Iwar, a Tiv man believed to be a construction laborer working within the National Assembly premises.
- *Vehicle and Location*: The body was found inside a red Peugeot 406 with registration number BWR-577 BF, parked in the same spot for an extended period before its discovery.
- *Body Disposal*: After the police and medical officials confirmed the body's advanced state of decomposition, it was taken to Gbawu Village, a border town between AMAC and Kuje Area Council, for burial to prevent a potential health hazard ³ ⁴.
Investigation and Security Concerns
The FCT Commissioner of Police, CP Ajao Olawale, has ordered a discreet investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. The police are working to verify the identity of the deceased and determine the cause of death. This incident has raised concerns about security lapses within the heavily guarded National Assembly Complex, with many questioning how a decomposing body could remain undetected for so long ² ⁵.
Reactions and Implications
The discovery has sparked outrage and embarrassment for the National Assembly, highlighting potential vulnerabilities in its security architecture. The incident has also prompted questions about the effectiveness of security checks and the need for improved measures to prevent similar incidents in the future ⁶.
