Driver arrested as policeman dies in Abuja road crash

The Federal Capital Territory Police Command says it has arrested a truck driver, Salman Usman, after he crashed into two policemen who were on active duty, resulting in the death of one of the officers.

This comes barely 24 hours after a policeman lost his life in a road crash along the Ilubirin area of Lagos State.

The command’s Public Relations Officer, Josephine Adeh, disclosed in a statement on Thursday that the crash occurred around 2 p.m. on Wednesday along the Sani Abacha Expressway, Abuja.

She noted that the impact of the collision led to the death of one of the policemen, while another sustained severe injuries.

Adeh stated, “The FCT Police Command regrets to announce that on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at approximately 2:20 p.m., a tragic motor vehicle accident occurred along Sani Abacha Expressway by the National Ecumenical Centre, Abuja.

“Preliminary investigation revealed that a mixer truck, driven by one Salman Usman of a construction company based in Wuse Zone 5, lost control and crashed at the location. In the incident, two police officers on official duty were affected, resulting in the unfortunate loss of one of the officers, while the other sustained injuries and is currently receiving medical attention.

“This sad occurrence reflects the hazards and risks our officers face daily in the course of protecting lives and ensuring smooth traffic management within the FCT.”

The PPRO noted that the driver was subsequently arrested, while the vehicles involved in the accident were recovered as part of ongoing investigations.

She expressed the command’s condolences to the family and colleagues of the deceased officer, while assuring the public that justice would be served.

“The driver of the vehicle has been taken into custody, while other vehicles involved in the accident have been recovered for further investigation and safety inspection.

“The Commissioner of Police, Miller Dantawaye, extends heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the deceased officer, and prays for the quick recovery of the injured personnel.

“We assure the public that the investigation will be thorough and justice will be served,” Adeh disclosed.

PUNCH Metro reported on Wednesday that three persons—including a policeman, a fireman, and a scavenger—lost their lives in two separate accidents in different parts of Lagos State.

According to the spokesperson for the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, Adebayo Taofiq, the accidents were caused by reckless driving.