Police Investigates Cause Of Lady’s Death In Abuja Hotel Room

A lady has been found dead in a hotel in the Gwarinpa area of Abuja.

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command confirmed the incident in a statement issued by its spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, on Wednesday, June 18, 2025.

Adeh said the FCT Commissioner of Police Ajao Adewale, has ordered an investigation into the incident following a viral video showing the lady found unconscious in the hotel.

Adeh disclosed that the lady was found dead with her hands tied behind her in a hotel room located in the Gwarinpa area of Abuja.

She stated: “In swift response to the tragic incident, the CP has ordered a thorough and discreet investigation into the circumstances surrounding the unfortunate incident.

“Preliminary investigation reveals that the victim, later identified as Aladi Johnson, also known as Tessy, a female from Benue State, checked into a hotel located at 3rd Avenue, Gwarinpa, on June 16.

“The investigation revealed the lady checked into the hotel in the company of an unidentified male who was later observed to have exited the premises without her.”

The police spokesperson said the victim was found unconscious by hotel staff members during routine service rounds, prompting immediate notification to the police.

Adeh said the lady was confirmed dead upon medical evaluation.

“While the investigation is ongoing, the CP has urged the public to remain calm and allow the Police to carry out a comprehensive inquiry,” she added.

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