An officer of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) in the Federal Capital Territory, Abdulwahab Magaji, reportedly took his own life at his Abuja residence.
According to reports, Magaji used a pump-action rifle to end his life at his residence on Binta Street, Farm Estate area, Abuja.
Magaji’s family reported his tragic death to the police, prompting officers to respond to the scene.
A family source disclosed, “A family of the deceased had raised the alarm that CSC Abdulahi Abdulwahab Magaji, a customs officer serving in Abuja, shot himself in his house at Farm Centre with a pump-action rifle.”
Upon arrival at the scene, the police rushed the victim to a hospital, where he was confirmed dead by the attending doctor.
The source further mentioned that the deceased’s body had been handed over to the family for burial, in accordance with Islamic rites.
Efforts to reach Customs National Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Maiwada, for comments were unsuccessful at the time of filing this report.
However, the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, Josephine Adeh, has yet to officially confirm the incident.
Speaking about Magaji’s death, a friend named Lawan Al-Amin Mohammed, expressed heartfelt sentiments, describing him as a pillar of strength and a source of inspiration. Mohammed paid tribute to Magaji for his exemplary character and integrity, highlighting his impact on those around him.