Nigeria Police Launch Nationwide Manhunt As Official Vehicle Goes Missing From Force Headquarters

The Nigeria Police Force has declared a nationwide manhunt following the disappearance of an official vehicle from its Force Headquarters in Abuja, raising concerns over possible internal security lapses.

The missing SUV, a Toyota Buffalo Land Cruiser with registration number NPF 5594 D and chassis number JTELU71JX0B027126, was reported stolen on July 28, 2025. An internal memo from the Commissioner of Police (DFA, Katsina Command), relayed through the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID), confirmed the development.

Assigned to the Department of Operations at Louis Edet House, the vehicle was discovered missing after it was allegedly taken from the official parking lot.

A police signal obtained by reporters read in part:

“The vehicle attached to the Department of Operations, FHQ Abuja, was declared missing/stolen or removed from where parked on 28/07/2025 from the parking lot of FHQ, Louis Edet House, Abuja. Case is under investigation. Grateful disseminate to formations, area commands, and divisions for possible recovery.”

In response, the Force has directed all area commands, divisional police officers, and tactical units nationwide to remain on high alert and treat the case as “very important.” Security agencies have also been instructed to provide immediate updates on any leads that could aid the recovery of the vehicle.