Tragedy in Abuja: Woman Found Dead in Hotel Room After Checking In With Unknown Man [VIDEO]

 

Mysterious Death in Gwarinpa Hotel Triggers Police Investigation and Public Safety Appeal

A troubling incident in the Gwarinpa district of Abuja has sparked intense concern and investigation, as a young woman identified as Aladi Offikwu Johnson, popularly known as Tessy, was found lifeless inside a hotel room under suspicious circumstances. The case, now under full-scale scrutiny by the Federal Capital Territory Police Command, has raised fresh alarms over personal safety and hotel security across the city.

Authorities disclosed that Tessy, originally from Benue State, had checked into a hotel located on 3rd Avenue in Gwarinpa on June 16, 2025. She was accompanied by a man who remains unidentified at the time of this report. Not long after their arrival, hotel surveillance footage reportedly captured the male companion leaving the premises—alone.

Hotel staff made the grim discovery during a routine check on the rooms. Tessy was found unconscious with her hands bound behind her back, a detail that quickly shifted the situation from a health emergency to a possible criminal investigation. Emergency services were alerted immediately, but despite prompt medical attention, she was pronounced dead shortly thereafter.

FCT Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Josephine Adeh, confirmed the incident and emphasized that the Commissioner of Police, CP Ajao S. Adewale, has mandated a discreet yet comprehensive investigation to unearth the full story behind the young woman's death.

Authorities are keeping the details of the investigation confidential but have assured the public that all leads are being pursued. Adeh noted that a team of seasoned detectives is currently examining security footage, questioning staff, and tracking down the last known movements of both the victim and the male suspect.

The police have urged residents to exercise patience as the case unfolds, promising that justice will be served. “Our priority is to ensure the facts are uncovered and those responsible are held accountable,” Adeh stated during a press briefing.

This incident has also reignited conversations about public safety, particularly concerning young women and their interactions with unfamiliar individuals. Commissioner Adewale, through his spokesperson, advised that women remain vigilant when meeting new people, especially in private or secluded locations such as hotels. He encouraged consistent communication with trusted friends or family members, including sharing locations and schedules when stepping out.

Hotel operators are not being left out of the conversation. The police command has issued a stern reminder to businesses in the hospitality industry to enforce stricter guest identification protocols and install functional surveillance systems to aid both prevention and investigation of criminal acts. These safety measures, they argue, are not merely about compliance, but about preserving lives.

Staff at the hotel, though visibly shaken, are said to be cooperating fully with the investigation. Sources close to the establishment disclosed that management has begun reviewing its internal policies in light of the tragedy. Some guests, upon hearing the news, expressed concerns about their own safety and called for more visible security presence at hotels throughout the city.

Meanwhile, the bereaved family of the victim has received condolences from the police command, which has pledged unwavering commitment to bringing those responsible to justice. “We share in the sorrow of the Johnson family and will not rest until the truth comes to light,” Adeh said.

As the FCT Police deepen their inquiry, residents are watching closely, hoping for swift answers and stronger safeguards. The loss of Tessy, whose life was reportedly full of promise, has struck a nerve among many, fueling calls for awareness, responsibility, and reform—both in personal conduct and in institutional practices.

What remains now is the hope that justice will prevail, and that her untimely death will prompt a broader cultural shift towards greater vigilance and protection for the vulnerable in society.