A young Igala graduate, John Johnson, has been murdered and dismembered by suspected herdsmen in Zaina, near Angwar Hakimi, Orozo, within the Federal Capital Territory,Abuja.
The tragic incident occurred on March 29, 2025, while Johnson was participating in a Boys’ Brigade camp, according to SaharaReporters.
The Chief of Igala in Orozo, Amadu Zachariah, confirmed the attack, expressing sorrow over the brutal killing and criticizing security forces for failing to apprehend the perpetrators.
According to Zachariah, the Boys’ Brigade had initially set up camp in Zaina, but as rain threatened, the group relocated to a nearby church. Later, two leaders returned to retrieve their belongings and were ambushed by the assailants. While one managed to escape, Johnson was killed.
“Unfortunately, rain was threatening to fall that night, so they had to move the children from where they were camping to a nearby church. When they moved them there, two leaders returned to carry their belongings. On their way back, people suspected to be Fulani boys laid an ambush and attacked them. One escaped, but John Johnson was killed,” he narrated.
Zachariah revealed that after the police were informed, they discovered that Fulani herdsmen living in the area had fled. The leaders of the Fulani community promised to fish out the killers, but no arrests have been made.
“When the police arrived, they discovered that Fulani herdsmen living around the area had packed their things and run away,” he added.
“The Hakimi and police authorities asked their leaders about the assailants’ whereabouts, and the Fulani leaders requested time to fish out the killers. However, no arrests have been made.”
The senseless killing has left Johnson’s family and community in shock and grief, with calls for justice growing louder.
Meanwhile, the Fortress Ministry in Abuja has officially announced his passing, describing him as a martyr who remained steadfast in his faith.
“With deep sorrow but unwavering faith in Jesus Christ, Fortress Ministry Abuja announces the homegoing of our beloved brother, Bro. Johnson Enyo-Ojo John, who transitioned to glory on March 29, 2025,” a statement signed by the ministry’s head, Rev. Samuel Ikani, read.
“Bro. Johnson was martyred while standing firm in his commitment to the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. He lived a life of devotion, service, and unwavering love for God, inspiring us with his courage and dedication.”
Efforts to reach the spokesperson of the FCT Police Command, SP Josephine Adeh, for comments were unsuccessful, as calls and text messages seeking her reaction went unanswered.
