…Calls for Hotel Safety, Female Vigilance Grow Louder
The Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria, Abuja , is once again jolted by a haunting tragedy—this time involving a young woman, Aladi Offikwu Johnson, popularly known as Tessy, who was found unconscious with her hands tied in a hotel room in Gwarinpa, Abuja, and later confirmed dead.
The FCT Commissioner of Police, CP Ajao S. Adewale, has ordered a thorough and discreet investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death, calling the incident “unfortunate and disturbing.” Preliminary police findings indicate that Tessy checked into the hotel—located on 3rd Avenue, Gwarinpa—on June 16, 2025, in the company of an unidentified male who later exited the premises alone.
In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, hotel staff discovered the victim during a routine room check and alerted the police. Sadly, medical responders confirmed her dead on arrival.
As questions swirl around what happened behind closed doors, the Commissioner is urging members of the public to remain calm while the investigation unfolds. He also used the opportunity to address a broader concern: the vulnerability of women in urban spaces.
“We advise young women to always be cautious when dealing with unfamiliar individuals and to ensure their whereabouts are shared with trusted contacts,” CP Adewale stated.
The tragedy has sparked renewed conversations on gender-based violence, digital safety awareness, and the duty of care in hospitality settings. The Commissioner called on hotel operators to upgrade internal security protocols, including mandatory identity verification and functional surveillance systems that not only deter crime but aid timely investigations.
“The Command sympathizes with the family of the deceased and assures that all efforts are being made to bring the perpetrator(s) to justice,” the statement added.
For many Nigerians, Tessy’s story is a painful reminder of the unseen risks women face in public and private spaces alike—and why systemic protections are not just optional, but urgent.
