Three policemen detained over items missing from Jonathan’s house

The police have detained three officers in connection with items allegedly missing from the residence of ex-president Goodluck Jonathan in Gwarimpa Estate, Abuja.

The policemen, suspected to have carried out the theft, were posted to guard the house.

In a statement issued on Monday, the federal capital territory police command said an investigation into the matter had commenced.

“The FCT Police Command wishes to inform the general public that it has commenced full-fledged investigation into the case of theft in the Gwarimpa residence of former President, Dr Goodluck Ebele Jonathan,” said Anjuguri Manzah, the police spokesperson.

“Preliminary police investigation on the matter has revealed that some items were found to be missing in the house.

“Meanwhile, the Policemen who are supposed to be on guard duty at the house have been detained for questioning.

“Investigation to find out what actually happened is currently in progress. The command wants to assure all that the result of findings on the on-going investigation will be made public.”