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Police arrest man over fake Presidency number plate in Abuja

The FCT Police Command has arrested a man accused of impersonating a Permanent Secretary in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation after he was intercepted with a Lexus SUV bearing a concealed “Presidency” number plate in Abuja.

The suspect was arrested around 8pm on October 20, 2026, in Maitama District, the police said.

Preliminary investigations reportedly showed that the concealed plate bore the inscription “Presidency” and registration number 10B218 FG.

The police said further checks were conducted after the suspect claimed he was the legitimate holder of the number plate. The investigations allegedly uncovered forged vehicle registration documents.

The Command also accused the suspect of impersonating a Permanent Secretary attached to the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation.

However, the police did not disclose the suspect’s identity or explain how he allegedly obtained the number plate and documents.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, the FCT Police spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, said investigations were ongoing and the suspect would be charged to court upon their conclusion.

The Command urged residents to cooperate with security operatives and report suspicious activities to the nearest police station.

LUKMAN ABDULMALIK

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