Nigeria’s Minister of Works, David Umahi, speaks publicly for the first time about the death of Miss Mary Habila, a staff member associated with the David Umahi Federal University of Medical Sciences in Uburu, Ebonyi State. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, Umahi says Habila was “like a daughter” to him. He also addresses allegations and insinuations linking him to her death, saying he suspects no foul play.
Multiple reports state that Habila died on June 27, 2026, at a guest house within Umahi’s residence area in Uburu. Umahi further describes what he says Habila told her boyfriend shortly before her death, according to his account during the Abuja briefing. The reports note that Umahi frames his remarks as an explanation of his knowledge and position regarding the circumstances of her death, while rejecting claims of wrongdoing.
The outlets agree on the core details: Umahi’s first public comments, his description of Habila as a daughter, her role as a staff member, the date and location of her death, and his denial of foul play.
