The 8th National Convention of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abuja took an unexpected turn for Wale Ajetunmobi, the Senior Special Assistant on Media to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, after his iPhone 17 Pro Max was snatched during a security scrum at Eagle Square.
The Theft: Chaos at the VVIP Gate
According to Ajetunmobi, the incident occurred at the VVIP entrance, where a bottleneck of security checkpoints and unaccredited individuals created a "chaotic atmosphere." Amidst the pushing and shoving, the high-end device was lifted from his pocket.
The Chase: From Wuse to Karu
The recovery effort was a masterclass in digital tracking and police coordination:
Digital Trail: The phone was first pinged in Wuse Zone 6 (8km from the venue) before moving toward Karu on the outskirts of Abuja.
Police Intervention: Ajetunmobi alerted a senior officer, leading to a tracking operation headed by ASP Isah Mohammed.
The Catch: The trail ended at a roadside car lot near Karu Bridge, where a branded SUV belonging to a Nasarawa governorship aspirant had broken down due to overheating.
The Reveal: "Nervous" Suspect Unmasked
When police arrived, the group leader agreed to a mass search. As the search progressed, one individual—identified as Mahmoud Abdullahi, who claimed to be a staff member of the Nasarawa State Ministry of Justice—reportedly became visibly nervous.
During the search, the stolen iPhone slipped out of Abdullahi’s trousers. Although the battery was dead, Ajetunmobi used his power bank to boot it up and confirmed ownership via his passcode in front of the officers.
"The phone came alive," Ajetunmobi stated, praising the Nigeria Police Force for their swift and professional response in recovering the device.
Key Takeaways to note:
Security Breach: Highlights the vulnerability of high-profile guests even in "VVIP" zones during major political conventions.
Tech-Driven Recovery: A win for mobile tracking and swift police cooperation.
Political Irony: The suspect’s alleged affiliation with the Ministry of Justice adds a significant layer of controversy to the theft.
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