The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has arrested a man identified as Usman Mohammed for allegedly raping, sexually assaulting and blackmailing women, including widows, over unpaid loans in Abuja.
The suspect reportedly targeted vulnerable women through money-lending arrangements before using threats and intimate recordings to demand repayment.
According to a statement issued on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, by the command’s spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, Mohammed was arrested following complaints about his alleged activities in the Lugbe area of the Federal Capital Territory.
Police arrest suspect in Lugbe
Adeh disclosed that officers at the Lugbe Police Division received a complaint on Friday, November 6, at approximately 7:05 p.m.
The report alleged that Mohammed had been intimidating, physically assaulting and sexually exploiting women who owed him money.
Following the complaint, a team of operatives led by the Divisional Police Officer commenced efforts to locate the suspect.
He was eventually traced to the Federal Housing Authority area of Lugbe, where officers attempted to arrest him.
According to the police, Mohammed attempted to escape by speeding away in his vehicle after noticing the approaching officers.
The operatives pursued him and intercepted his vehicle before he could reach the expressway.
Suspect allegedly used videos to blackmail victims
Preliminary investigations indicated that Mohammed allegedly operated a money-lending arrangement targeting women, particularly widows and others experiencing financial difficulties.
The police accused him of exploiting his victims’ inability to meet repayment demands.
Adeh alleged that, in one incident, Mohammed persuaded a female borrower to enter his vehicle before driving her to an isolated location in Lugbe.
The suspect allegedly sexually assaulted and raped the woman before forcing her to undress and recording intimate footage without her consent.
According to the police spokesperson, Mohammed subsequently threatened to release the recordings publicly and kill the woman if she failed to meet his repayment demands.
The allegations also suggested that the suspect used threats and intimidation to maintain control over women who borrowed money from him.
Police promise prosecution
The FCT Police Command confirmed that Mohammed remained in custody while investigators examined the allegations.
Adeh said the suspect would be charged to court after the conclusion of investigations.
The Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi, condemned sexual exploitation, intimidation, physical violence and cyberbullying.
He urged residents, particularly vulnerable women, to report threats, abuse and blackmail to security agencies.
The police commissioner also encouraged victims to seek assistance rather than remain silent because of fear or intimidation.
Residents were advised to contact the nearest police station or the command’s emergency lines, 08032003913 and 08061581938.
The allegations against Mohammed have not yet been determined by a court, and the police have not announced a trial date.
