The Nigeria Society of Physiotherapy (NSP) has clarified that Mary Habila, the woman who died at Minister David Umahi's residence, is not listed as a registered physiotherapist, contradicting claims by Umahi's team.

The NSP confirmed this through regulatory checks, emphasizing the need for public officials to verify professional credentials before making public statements.They stressed that professional identities must be validated through official channels, not assumptions.The society also expressed condolences to Habila's family, urging focus on the tragedy rather than speculation.This comes after Umahi claimed Habila was a physiotherapist seconded to his ministry, but NSP's verification shows no such registration exists.The incident highlights concerns about misinformation in public office and the importance of accuracy in regulated professions.Authorities are still investigating Habila's death, which occurred under controversial circumstances at the minister's home.