Twisted Plot Unveiled: Abuja Sisters Fake Kidnap to Defraud Their Own Father

In a shocking turn of events, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested four individuals—including two sisters—for allegedly staging a fake kidnapping with the intent to extort N5 million from their own father.

The elaborate deception took place in the Jikwoyi area of Abuja, and the story has since left many Nigerians stunned at the lengths to which some individuals will go for money—even at the expense of family and emotional distress.

The Setup: A Father’s Worst Nightmare

According to SP Josephine Adeh, the FCT police spokesperson, the entire scheme was discovered after a resident, Mr. Innocent, reported to the Jikwoyi Divisional Headquarters that his 16-year-old daughter had gone missing after leaving home on July 18 to write an exam at Government Secondary School, Karu.

The family was thrown into panic when Mr. Innocent later received a distressing phone call, demanding a ransom payment for the release of his daughter.

Police Action: Intelligence Meets Technology

Thanks to prompt action and the use of digital tracking techniques, police were able to trace the phone number used to call the family. The location led officers to a residence in Jikwoyi Phase II, where the supposedly kidnapped girl was found unharmed, casually eating and chatting with two other suspects.

There were no signs of trauma or captivity, raising immediate red flags and triggering further investigation.

The Disturbing Discovery

It was soon revealed that the entire kidnapping was staged—and even more disturbingly, the younger sister was in on the plan.

But the real mastermind behind the scheme was her elder sister, who coordinated the act along with her boyfriend—a man legally married to another woman.

Police investigations confirmed that:

• The younger sister willingly participated and stayed with the co-conspirators during the “abduction.”

• The elder sister stayed home with the rest of the family, pretending to be worried while secretly keeping tabs on the scam.

• The father, in the meantime, was under intense emotional distress trying to raise the N5 million ransom.

Confession and Legal Action

All four suspects were arrested and are currently in police custody. According to SP Adeh, they have voluntarily confessed to the crime.

The police praised the swift response and coordinated intelligence work of the Jikwoyi Division, reiterating their commitment to tackling domestic crime, fraud, and deception, especially those targeting vulnerable family members.

Public Reaction: Outrage and Disbelief

The story has quickly gone viral on social media, with many Nigerians expressing:

• Shock at the betrayal of a parent by his own children

• Outrage over the moral decay and greed behind the act

• Praise for the police’s use of technology and investigative strategy to uncover the plot

One online commenter wrote,

“This is beyond wickedness. How can your own child put you through such horror just for money? The law must deal with them severely.”

Lessons and Legal Implications

This disturbing case offers crucial lessons:

• Trust but verify – even those closest to you can sometimes abuse your trust.

• Digital tracking tools are proving essential in modern crime-solving.

• The abuse of emergency situations—like fake kidnappings—can carry severe legal penalties, including imprisonment.

If convicted, the suspects may face charges ranging from:

• Conspiracy to commit a felony

• Fraud and attempted extortion

• Public mischief and psychological abuse

Conclusion: A Wake-Up Call for Families and Authorities

The Abuja fake kidnapping case is not just another crime headline. It serves as a grim reminder of how greed and manipulation can fracture the very fabric of family trust.

As the legal process unfolds, the public awaits swift and fair justice—not only to serve as punishment but as a deterrent to others considering similar criminal schemes.