Young Woman Found Dead in Gwarinpa Hotel Room, Police Hunt for Male Companion

By Arthur Maduka

A young woman, Aladi Offikwu Johnson, popularly known as Tessy, was found dead in a hotel room in the Gwarinpa area of Abuja on June 16, 2025, sparking a manhunt by the FCT Command of the Nigeria Police Force. The body of the victim, a native of Benue State, was discovered by hotel staff during routine service rounds. Her hands were tied behind her, and she was found unconscious before being confirmed dead by medical personnel.

The incident gained attention after a disturbing video of the scene went viral, prompting swift action from the Police. According to FCT Police spokesperson SP Josephine Adeh, the Commissioner of Police, CP Ajao Adewale, has ordered a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death. Preliminary findings revealed that Johnson had checked into the hotel located on 3rd Avenue, Gwarinpa, with an unidentified male companion who was later seen leaving the premises alone.

The Police have launched a manhunt for the male suspect and urged the public to remain calm while investigations continue. CP Adewale also issued a warning to young women to be cautious in their interactions and to keep trusted friends or relatives informed about their movements. He further called on hotel operators to improve internal security, ensure guest identity verification, and maintain functional surveillance systems to support investigations and enhance safety.

The Police Command extended its condolences to the family of the deceased and assured that all efforts are being made to bring the perpetrator to justice.