The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Commissioner of Police, Tunji Disu, has been thrust into unimaginable grief following the death of his ‘son’, Adam Kaka Disu, in a tragic car accident. The heartbreaking incident, which reportedly occurred on Monday night, has plunged the family into mourning, as they and the public grapple with the sudden loss.
According to sources, Adam, who recently completed his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) at the Ministry of Tourism in Abuja, met his untimely death when the car he was in crashed and caught fire. Although Adam was not the biological son of the commissioner, he was brought up by the policeman from a young age. Efforts to piece together the circumstances surrounding the fatal accident are ongoing, with few details currently available.
At the time of the accident, Commissioner Disu was performing a somber duty of his own, paying a condolence visit to CSP A.A. Sambo, Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Ushafa Division, who had also suffered the loss of a son. The devastating news of his own son’s death reached him during this emotional moment, compounding his grief.
Adam was an accomplished graduate, having recently transitioned into the professional world. Friends and colleagues have described him as ambitious, vibrant, and filled with hope for the future. His death leaves a void not only in his family but among those who had been touched by his positivity and charm.
Since the news broke, there has been a significant outpouring of sympathy from Nigerians, including senior police officials, colleagues, and members of the public. Messages of condolence have flooded social media and private circles, with many expressing disbelief at the tragic turn of events.
CP Tunji Disu, a seasoned officer with a distinguished career in the Nigeria Police Force, assumed leadership of the FCT Police Command relatively recently. His tenure so far has been characterised by his commitment to professionalism and building trust between the police and residents of the FCT.
Widely respected within and beyond the force, Disu is no stranger to adversity. However, this personal loss marks an unprecedented low in his life, one that many agree requires the collective support of the entire policing community and the nation.
CP Disu’s personal tragedy comes at a time when the force was already mourning the loss within CSP Sambo’s family. The synchronicity of the two deaths has cast a heavy shadow over the FCT Police Command, amplifying the grief and heartbreak.
Despite the immense personal pain, CP Disu has continued to show remarkable strength. During his condolence visit to CSP Sambo, he reassured the grieving officer and his family of the FCT Command’s unwavering support. Those who witnessed the exchange said Disu displayed grace and compassion, offering words of comfort and solidarity.
Now, as the tables turn, Disu’s colleagues and friends are rallying around him. The tragedy has reverberated far beyond the police force. As news of the accident circulates, citizens of Abuja and beyond have joined in expressing their condolences to the Disu family. Many have shared prayers and heartfelt messages of support, recognising the gravity of the loss.
