Mary Habila: Kaduna Senator mourns, demands thorough probe, calls for calm
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At a glance
- Senator Sunday Marshall Katung mourns the death of Mary Habila, calling it a heartbreaking tragedy.
- He demands a thorough, impartial, and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death.
- Katung urges calm, advises against speculation, and asks for privacy for the grieving family.
Senator Sunday Marshall Katung has expressed profound sorrow over the death of Miss Mary Habila, labeling the incident a heartbreaking tragedy. He is calling for a comprehensive, impartial, and transparent investigation into the circumstances of her passing.
In a statement released on Sunday, Katung conveyed that the tragic loss has cast a pall of mourning over the family, friends, and the entire Kaduna South community. He extended his deepest condolences to her parents and loved ones, praying for the repose of her soul and for strength to bear the irreparable loss.
The senator emphasized that the death of an innocent life is a matter of grave concern for everyone. He urged the relevant authorities to conduct a thorough investigation in accordance with the law, stating that uncovering the truth is crucial for justice, process integrity, and providing the bereaved family with much-needed closure.
Katung assured Miss Mary's parents of his unwavering support and commitment to ensuring fairness and dignity as the authorities conduct their responsibilities. He pledged to monitor the situation closely until a just and satisfactory resolution is achieved. He also appealed to residents and the public to remain calm, avoid speculation, and refrain from actions that could incite tension or disrupt public peace, urging them to allow institutions to perform their duties without interference.
I received with profound shock and deep sadness the tragic news of the passing of Miss Mary Habila. This heartbreaking incident has left her family, friends and our entire community in mourning.
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