Okada Riders Raze Houses In Abuja Over Killing Of Two Colleagues
Dozens of motorcyclists, popularly called Okada, have reportedly attacked Same Global Estate in the heart of Lokogoma area of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, over the death of their two colleagues. Lokogoma, part of the Cadastral Zone, is a residential area of Abuja. Still undergoing development, the area is 30 minutes drive from the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport and 25 minutes from the city centre. The Guardian gathered that trouble started in the area, yesterday, when a motorist hit two Okada riders and ran into the estate for safety. The attack, according to a witness, was aimed at apprehending the motorist, who was attempting to escape.
The quick intervention of the military and FCT police operatives saved the day, the witness added. FCT police spokesman, DS...