Dabiri-Erewa Hails Staff, INTERPOL For Recovery Of Commission’s Stolen Vehicle In Ghana

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission and International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL, Nigeria) have successfully recovered the official vehicle of the Secretary of the Commission, which was stolen in November 2023.

The Chairman/CEO of NiDCOM, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, hailed INTERPOL operatives and staff of the Commission over the recovery.

“This recovery is truly historic for us.”

INTERPOL’s representative in charge of vehicle crimes and investigation, Onyebuchi Matthew, stated that the collaborative effort led to the recovery.

According to Matthew: “The report of the stolen vehicle was made nearly a year ago, and we immediately began communication with our counterparts.

“Initially, the vehicle wasn’t in Ghana, but was later traced there.

“Special thanks to NiDCOM staff, particularly Akinsola Akinboye, for his vital contributions.

“The collaboration between INTERPOL and NiDCOM was key in making this recovery possible.”

Matthew further highlighted the importance of prompt reporting of stolen vehicles to INTERPOL.

He said: “We’ve recovered multiple vehicles stolen from Nigeria and abroad.

“However, many Nigerians fail to report stolen vehicles promptly, which makes recovery more challenging.

“It’s crucial to report stolen vehicles to INTERPOL immediately so they can be registered in our database.

“This will prevent innocent third-party buyers from unknowingly purchasing stolen vehicles and help facilitate their recovery.”

Akinboye, who played a pivotal role in the recovery of the vehicle, expressed his gratitude to Hon. Dabiri-Erewa and the security agencies for their trust and support.

He said: “It all started like a joke, but I want to thank Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa and the security agencies for believing in me and giving me the go-ahead to recover the vehicle.”

Dr. Sule Bassi, Secretary to NiDCOM, whose vehicle was recovered, also shared his relief and gratitude: “The trauma of the armed robbery was difficult to overcome, but escaping it was a miracle.

“I had just arrived home when gunmen attacked me.

“Luckily, I managed to run to safety, and my wife was unharmed.

“Seeing the vehicle brings back many memories.

“We prayed for two things: the recovery of the car and the exposure of the culprits responsible for the crime.”