Father demands answers after son's death in Lagos hotel pool
A grieving father, Henry Airenekhuemen, is seeking justice after his son, Mattias, died under mysterious circumstances at Signatious Hotel in Lagos. Mattias reportedly drowned during a pool party while trying to earn money by selling tickets. The family has raised doubts about the drowning claim, citing unusual signs on the body and suspicious actions following the incident. Police have detained three people as investigations continue.
What happened
- Henry Airenekhuemen said his son, Mattias, was found lifeless after attending a pool party at Signatious Hotel in Ajao Estate.
- The family questioned the drowning explanation, noting that Mattias' stomach was flat and there was foam from his mouth and nose.
- Police visited the hospital, took photographs, moved the body to the morgue, and later accompanied the family to the hotel for further investigation.
- Three people, including the hotel manager, a lady who was with Mattias, and his friend, have been detained by police.
- The family received a call from someone claiming to be hotel staff, asking what it would take to "settle" the issue, and noted that the pool party continued despite the tragedy.
