Umahi demands autopsy on late physiotherapist’s body

Nigeria's Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has demanded an autopsy to determine the cause of death for Mary Habila, a physiotherapist who died in Uburu, Ebonyi State. Habila, an employee of the David Umahi Federal University of Health Sciences (DUFUS), Uburu, had been on secondment to the Federal Ministry of Works in Abuja for three years. Reports have alleged that Habila died at the minister's residence in Uburu. Umahi expressed shock and sadness at the news and extended condolences to her family. He stated that immediate steps were taken, including contacting medical personnel and notifying the police. The minister revealed that he had previously advised Habila's family to allow an autopsy to scientifically establish the cause of death, but they declined at the time. Reiterating his call, Umahi described the autopsy as the most credible and responsible way to resolve questions surrounding the incident. He urged the public to avoid speculation and allow authorities to conduct their duties without interference, while also appealing for restraint and expressing sympathy to the family.

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Following the recent developments and in the interest of ensuring that the truth is established beyond doubt, the Honourable Minister has again reiterated his position that an autopsy must be conducted.