A well-known Nigerian crossdresser, ‘Abuja Area Mama,’ was tragically found murdered in Abuja. Early on Thursday, August 8, his lifeless body was discovered along the Katampe Mabuchi Expressway in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Tragic news: Popular Nigerian cross-dresser “Abuja Area Mama” has reportedly been found dead by the roadside, allegedly beaten to death by unknown assailants. This is truly heartbreaking. 💔#blinkscoop #BBNaija pic.twitter.com/6UFQVqmUaA
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The deceased had posted a video the previous evening, wearing a black dress with white petals. He was later found dead in the same outfit, lying in a pool of blood.
The final video from Abuja’s Area Mama, shared just before the tragic event.#blinkscoop #BBNaija pic.twitter.com/ioKNeJkcmy
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FCT police spokesperson SP Josephine Adeh confirmed the incident, stating, “We received a distress call about a body found on the Katampe Mabuchi Expressway. Upon arrival, we identified the body as a man dressed in female clothing, with blood on his face. The body has been taken to the hospital for examination.”