Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command have arrested a 33-year-old man, identified as Obinna Nwigwe, for allegedly shooting his friend, Andrew Philemon, during an argument at Najob Guest House in the Bwari area of Abuja.

The incident occurred on December 26, 2024, when police officers responded to a distress call about gunfire. Upon arriving at the scene, they found 29-year-old Philemon critically injured from a gunshot wound.

Nwigwe, who was armed with a pump-action rifle, claimed the shooting was in self-defense after the argument escalated. Police arrested Nwigwe at the scene and a subsequent search of his residence revealed a cache of weapons, including:

– Five Dane guns
– One English-made single-barrel gun
– An AK-47 magazine containing 29 rounds of 7.62 live ammunition
– Four live cartridges
– 17 spent cartridges
– A bow with arrows
– Various knives
– A sword stick
– A toy gun
– A taser
– A bulletproof jacket
– Multiple sets of police uniforms and boots

Philemon is currently receiving treatment at the National Hospital in Abuja, while Nwigwe remains in custody pending the conclusion of investigations.

The FCT Police Command reiterated its commitment to tackling violent crime and ensuring the safety of residents. FCT Police Commissioner Tunji Disu stressed the critical role of community participation in maintaining security.

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