The Ebonyi State Police Command has insisted on conducting an autopsy on the body of a 26-year-old nurse found dead at the country home of Nigeria’s Minister of Works, David Umahi, as authorities intensify investigations into the circumstances surrounding her death.
Police authorities said the post-mortem examination is essential to establishing the exact cause of death and determining whether any criminal act was involved, even though the deceased’s family has reportedly objected to the procedure.
According to the police, the autopsy forms a critical part of the ongoing investigation and will help provide forensic evidence capable of clarifying the events leading to the young nurse’s death.
The discovery of the nurse’s body at the minister’s residence has sparked widespread public interest and speculation, prompting security agencies to assure the public that the investigation will be thorough, impartial, and guided strictly by evidence.
Authorities have urged the public to refrain from drawing conclusions or spreading unverified claims while investigations remain ongoing, stressing that the findings of the autopsy will play a significant role in determining the next course of action.
As of the time of reporting, the Ebonyi State Police Command said no arrests had been announced and no official conclusion had been reached regarding the cause or circumstances of the nurse’s death. Investigators say further updates will be provided as the inquiry progresses.
