Police seek autopsy after nurse found dead at Umahi’s residence
A 26-year-old nurse, Mary Habila, was found dead at the country home of Minister of Works, David Umahi, in Uburu, Ebonyi State. The Ebonyi State Police Command is pushing for an autopsy to clarify the circumstances of her death. Police say the deceased was part of the medical team attached to David Umahi and died in a room within his residence. The family of Mary Habila has so far declined the request for a post-mortem examination.
What happened
- The police received a distress call on June 27, 2026, about a medical emergency involving Mary Habila at the David Umahi Federal Teaching Hospital, Uburu.
- Upon arrival, the Divisional Police Officer was informed by hospital staff that Mary Habila had been brought in dead.
- Preliminary police findings indicate she was part of the medical team accompanying David Umahi to his hometown, where she died in his residence.
- The police have begun a full investigation, visited the scene, and collected statements from relevant individuals.
- Despite the family's refusal, the police insist an autopsy is necessary due to the sensitive nature of the case and are awaiting the family's presence for the examination.
