“Enough Is Enough”: ‘One-Chance’ Attacks Kill Abuja Lawyer, Nurse — Renewing Fears About Safety in the FCT

Two separate killings linked to suspected “one-chance” criminal gangs have triggered fresh anxiety in Abuja, as residents and frontline workers say the Federal Capital Territory is becoming increasingly unsafe—especially for people commuting early in the morning or late at night. The Nigeria Lawyer+1

What happened

Lawyer found dead along Kubwa Expressway

According to reports, the body of Chigbo Princess Mediatrix Esq, described as a former Treasurer of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Abuja Branch, was discovered along the Kubwa Expressway near Dawaki, opposite Gwarimpa Estate by an early-morning commuter. The Nigeria Lawyer+1

The circumstances described by witnesses point to a violent robbery. A handbag believed to belong to the victim was reportedly found some distance away, fueling suspicion that she may have been robbed and possibly forced out of a moving vehicle. The police division in the area reportedly took custody of the body and said an investigation would follow. The Nigeria Lawyer

Nurse attacked after duty

In a separate case, Chinemerem Pascalina Chuwumezie, a nurse with Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Jabi, was killed after returning from duty, with reports linking the attack to suspected “one-chance” operators. The Nigeria Lawyer+1

A nurses’ group, Elegant Nurses Forum, condemned the killing and demanded concrete protection for health workers who routinely work late-night shifts—calling for measures such as government-supported shuttle services, stronger security around major worker routes, and accountability from officials responsible for internal security. The Nigeria Lawyer+1

Why these killings are deepening Abuja’s insecurity fears

For many Abuja residents, the shock isn’t only that “one-chance” attacks are happening—it’s the growing sense that anyone can be targeted: a legal professional on a major expressway corridor, and a healthcare worker simply commuting home. The Nigeria Lawyer+1

These incidents also revive memories of other violent crimes reported in the city in recent months, including a September 2025 case in which an accountant was reportedly found dead in her car in Gwarimpa, with police investigating. The Nigeria Lawyer

What security agencies have said and done recently

Authorities have announced operations aimed at disrupting violent crime in the FCT:

• In November 2025, the FCT Police Command announced a multi-month crackdown running November 2025 through January 2026, including deployments of tactical and surveillance units to identified black spots and hideouts. Businessday NG

• Around the same period, the police said they intensified tactical deployments across the territory as part of the fight against criminal activity. Trending News

• In one publicly documented operation (October 2025), police said they arrested four suspects linked to a “one-chance” robbery/attempted kidnapping, rescued two victims, and recovered weapons and other items. The police statement also listed FCT emergency lines: 08032003913, 08028940883, and CRU FCT: 08107314192. Premium Times Nigeria

The bigger picture: security pressure across Nigeria

These Abuja killings are unfolding at a time when Nigeria is also battling wider security pressures—including large-scale kidnappings in other regions—which has intensified public scrutiny of security capacity and response. Reuters