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Family of Woman Found Dead at Minister's Residence Refuses to Comment on Death Circumstances
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2026-07-16 05:47   Justice   10

Family of Woman Found Dead at Minister's Residence Refuses to Comment on Death Circumstances

Mary Habila, a 26-year-old physiotherapist, was found dead at the residence of Nigeria's Minister of Works, David Umahi, on June 27, 2026.Her father, Baba Habila, has refused to comment on the circumstances of her death while at the Ebonyi State Morgue, preparing for her burial in Nok, Kaduna State.The police investigation into her death remains ongoing, with conflicting accounts about the events leading to her death.The family has decided against an autopsy before burial, citing their preference for a transparent process.Minister Umahi confirmed she died at his residence but has not disclosed his presence during the incident.Police sources suggest he left shortly after her death.The case has sparked public debate over the need for a thorough investigation, especially after reports that Habila was found naked at the scene.Lawyers for Umahi sought to release her body for burial, but investigators insisted on completing forensic procedures first.The incident also raised questions about the secondment of university staff to the minister's residence without official assignments.The family has announced her burial service for Friday, with calls for continued transparency in the probe.

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