The family of Aliyu Musa Dattijo continues to push for answers regarding his mysterious death on August 20, 2024. Aliyu, a 44-year-old graduate of Estate Management from the Federal University of Technology, Minna, was found dead under suspicious circumstances on Sani Abacha Expressway, Wuse, Abuja. Initially labelled a hit-and-run, further investigation has raised serious doubts about the nature of the tragedy.
The involvement of unidentified persons and the nature of Aliyu’s injuries—stab wounds, a cracked skull, and multiple gashes—indicate a violent encounter rather than a mere accident. His car was found in good condition and parked under the Wuse Market pedestrian bridge, which has intensified concerns that foul play may have been involved.
Compounding the family’s anxiety, Aliyu’s sister-in-law reported being followed while driving his Hilux vehicle a week after the incident, suggesting the possibility of continued threats against the family.
As the investigation intensified, retired Supreme Court Justice Mohammed Musa Dattijo, Aliyu’s father, formally involved the Department of State Services (DSS) in the case. He is pressing for a thorough investigation to uncover the truth behind his son’s untimely death, fearing a broader conspiracy might be at play.
The police have remained tight-lipped about the direction of the investigation, although reports indicate that additional leads are being pursued. Family members and close friends have called for greater public scrutiny, hoping that more attention to the case will pressure authorities to act swiftly and transparently.
This case has gripped the Abuja community, especially given the alarming circumstances and Justice Dattijo’s prominence in the legal community. Many are now watching to see whether the DSS and local police will succeed in solving the case and ensuring justice for Aliyu Musa Dattijo.
As the investigation unfolds, updates are expected from both law enforcement and the family, and there are growing concerns that more individuals might be implicated.
