Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy - Politics

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Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by olatade(op): 9:38am On Jul 16

Case Closed

Physiotherapist Mary Habila's father he is not interested in any case and has sworn to an affidavit to that effect

Father of late Mary Habila rejects autopsy, withdraws probe

Mr. Tanko Habila Wisdom, father of late Miss Mary Habila, has rejected plans for an autopsy on his daughter’s remains and withdrawn from further investigation into her death.

In an Affidavit of Withdrawal filed before the High Court of Justice, Ebonyi State, Mr. Habila, of Sabon Gari Noh, Jaba Local Government Area of Kaduna State, said the family wants the body released for burial without further medical procedures.

The deceased, Miss Habila, a staff member of David Umahi Federal University of Medical Sciences, died on June 27, 2026, in Uburu, Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State.

According to the affidavit, the deceased had been seconded to the Federal Ministry of Works, Mabushi, Abuja, where she worked in the Office of the Honourable Minister of Works for about three years before her death.

“That I am aware that my late daughter served as a Personal Nurse to the Honourable Minister of Works and the Minister’s immediate staff, with whom she resided at the Minister’s Guest House in Abuja and at the Minister’s Staff Quarters in Ebonyi State.”

He stated that although the Honourable Minister of Works requested an autopsy to ascertain the cause of death, the family opposed it.

“That while I welcome steps being taken to unravel the cause of my daughter’s death, my family and I will not accept any autopsy on my daughter’s body,” the affidavit read.

“That it is my family’s wish and humble appeal, despite medical and investigative protocols, to leave her body and organs intact, hence this affidavit.”

The deponent further told the court that he does not wish to continue with the investigation and requested the immediate release of his daughter’s body.

“That I also wish not to proceed further with the investigation and further request to have my daughter’s body released to me for burial,” he stated.

“That I will not honour subsequent invitations by the Police or the Court in respect of this case as my family does not suspect any foul play.”

Miss Habila died at the Minister of Works’ residence in Uburu, where she served as part of the minister’s immediate staff.

The Ebonyi State Police Command had earlier said it would engage a pathologist to conduct a post-mortem examination, noting that it was necessary to establish the true cause of death.

The family’s position now contrasts with the earlier stance of both the police and the Minister of Works.

The court is yet to rule on the application for the release of the body.

https://tribuneonlineng.com/father-of-late-mary-habila-rejects-autopsy-withdraws-probe/?utm_source=&utm_medium=twitter

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by Kemical23(m): 9:44am On Jul 16

This guy is very confused at this moment, from my observation....

I don't think I will ever forgive anybody who can kill my son/daughters life...

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by Zonefree(m): 9:49am On Jul 16*

This is what happens when you give birth to a wayward daughter.

He knows the daughter was into clitocurrency. He is also aware the money Umahi offered is too big to reject for a deceased wayward daughter.

Like the Bible said, "The wages of sin is death".

Umahi will meet his Waterloo soon.

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by xtianchris(m): 10:06am On Jul 16

Zonefree:
This is what happens when you give birth to a wayward daughter.

He knows the daughter is into clitocurrency. He is also aware the money Umahi offered is too big to reject for a deceased wayward daughter.

Like the Bible said, "The wages of sin is death".

Umahi will meet his Waterloo soon.

💯💯

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by horlus(m): 10:07am On Jul 16

Zonefree:
This is what happens when you give birth to a wayward daughter.

He knows the daughter is into clitocurrency. He is also aware the money Umahi offered is too big to reject for a deceased wayward daughter.

Like the Bible said, "The wages of sin is death".

Umahi will meet his Waterloo soon.

Gbam

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by zoghys: 10:34am On Jul 16

olatade:
Case Closed

Physiotherapist Mary Habila's father he is not interested in any case and has sworn to an affidavit to that effect

Money talks, BS walks.

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by Newsmills: 10:52am On Jul 16

The father love peace,don't cry more than the bereaved,seeking justice in Nigeria in the first place is abominable act,contending with a politician in court presently in Nigeria is a suicidal mission,your entire household could be wiped off if God is not on your side,if you are not in the know,go and ask MOHBAD's father.

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by MyExpression(m): 11:44am On Jul 16

You're not paying for Autopsy, you're not the one suing Dave Umahi, so what's your loss in all these?
It's the state's expenses and perogative.
When someone dies under undue circumstances, the state investigates the parties involved.

Why will you go spend money, doing affidavit wey nobody send you?

You can't by parental affidavit, end a murder investigation.
It's a fucking free investigation done by the police, not you.

Well, except and unless....

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by BondRiv: 11:47am On Jul 16

You are not The STATE. Is this man under the illusion that he is the Attorney General or what? I cannot believe this. He is only the father of the deceased and nothing more. Very suspicious action that should warrant investigation.

Imagine his audacity to say he will not honour subsequent investigation by the police or court. Apparently uninformed and ignorant of the law. He has no choice regarding most of his assertions and will be compelled where necessary.

His intentions are against public interest and will not stand. Father or not, if you don't want justice for your deceased daughter, the society demands it. The state must proceed with this case.

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by FSBoperator: 11:48am On Jul 16

This is nonsense.

A 26y old just doesn't die suddenly.

An autopsy must be conducted and a death certificate issued citing the cause of death as determined by the autopsy.

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by Orinechi: 12:08pm On Jul 16

BondRiv:
You are not The STATE. Is this man under the illusion that he is the Attorney General or what? I cannot believe this. He is only the father of the deceased and nothing more. Very suspicious action that should warrant investigation.

Imagine his audacity to say he will not honour subsequent investigation by the police or court. Apparently uninformed and ignorant of the law. He has no choice regarding most of his assertions and will be compelled where necessary.

His intentions are against public interest and will not stand. Father or not, if you don't want justice for your deceased daughter, the society demands it. The state must proceed with this case.

He didn't say the state should not proceed; all he said was that he shouldn't be invited for any questioning or interview. Speaking grammar is not comprehending grammar

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by LordIsaac(m): 12:55pm On Jul 16

Kemical23:
This guy is very confused at this moment, from my observation....

I don't think I will ever forgive anybody who can kill my son/daughters life...

If you know core Deeper Life people, you would understand that court cases or publicity of any sort is an anathema to them.

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by ILoveNG: 1:00pm On Jul 16

BondRiv:
You are not The STATE. Is this man under the illusion that he is the Attorney General or what? I cannot believe this. He is only the father of the deceased and nothing more. Very suspicious action that should warrant investigation.

Imagine his audacity to say he will not honour subsequent investigation by the police or court. Apparently uninformed and ignorant of the law. He has no choice regarding most of his assertions and will be compelled where necessary.

His intentions are against public interest and will not stand. Father or not, if you don't want justice for your deceased daughter, the society demands it. The state must proceed with this case.

Calm down. This didn’t mean the state won’t continue the investigation. Even a father can be a suspect in the death of his child. He can’t stop the investigation.

He simply doesn’t want the autopsy and he also doesn’t want to be involved. Coroner inquiry is not a matter of days, in 5 months they might not have any body to bury. It’s easier to shout autopsy when the body is not your relative.

Besides, who would want the death of their child be a subject of political scandal/controversy in a country where politicians can use anything to score political points

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by AndroBlaze: 1:04pm On Jul 16

LordIsaac:
If you know core Deeper Life people, you would understand that court cases or publicity of any sort is an anathema to them.

I agree.

I am also pretty sure he knows of his daughter's lifestyle and doesn't want more of it to come out in public.

Not wanted to comment, but this seems like a pretty straightforward case of her being a habitual drug user, which is why I believe Umahi is confident and pushing for an autopsy.

It's a sad case and I hope our young ladies learn that all that glitters isn't gold.... especially when you get close to these politicians that are ready to encourage your vices.

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by mecuries(m): 1:40pm On Jul 16

This is a federal crime... One affidavit shouldn't stop it's investigation

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by LordIsaac(m): 1:43pm On Jul 16

AndroBlaze:
I agree.

I am also pretty sure he knows of his daughter's lifestyle and doesn't want more of it to come out in public.

Not wanted to comment, but this seems like a pretty straightforward case of her being a habitual drug user, which is why I believe Umahi is confident and pushing for an autopsy.

It's a sad case and I hope our young ladies learn that all that glitters isn't gold.... especially when you get close to these politicians that are ready to encourage your vices.

Exactly! That's the whole point.

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by iwaeda: 2:00pm On Jul 16

They have put pressure on them. Just a matter of time. grin

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by shortgun(m): 2:02pm On Jul 16

This is the wickedness in high places the scriptures talked about

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by ZUBY77(m): 2:03pm On Jul 16

Kemical23:
This guy is very confused at this moment, from my observation....

I don't think I will ever forgive anybody who can kill my son/daughters life...

How do you concluded anybody killed anybody?
If as my daughter, I asked that you don't do certain jobs that will expose you to danger, and you refused, then fcku you

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by SeeWahala: 2:03pm On Jul 16

Hehehehe 😂😅

APC na una do this one Eoooo! 😁

Nothing wey anybody wan tell me 🤭

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by ravensckar(m): 2:04pm On Jul 16

This one na big man case nau; the type that always comes with settlement.

Na poor man case dem dey drag for Twitter.

It's the lack of strong institutions that make our ruling class do as they wish. Minister wey for dey under investigation by now, but guess what? Nothing happened. It's just another day in the jungle.

Anyways, may the deceased find eternal rest.

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by boxypane: 2:04pm On Jul 16

Something called Money for Lost life. That might just be what we just witnessed.

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by RillJ(m): 2:04pm On Jul 16

As unfortunate as it may appear, the case is being closed.

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by aklion: 2:04pm On Jul 16

Chai ... Money don silent every matters. Oh my goodness.

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by Dogalmighty17: 2:06pm On Jul 16

The position of the law is not subject to the wishes of any individual. Once reasonable suspicion exists behind any death, the police are duty bound to unravel any possible causes and this includes carrying out an autopsy.

For all we know, her father or her family may have been influenced. The minister in whose house she died in questionable circumstances, should be at the forefront of insisting that a full fledged investigation be carried out.

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by mariovito(m): 2:06pm On Jul 16

Affidavit can't stop it, go get an injunction.

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by Rocky247(m): 2:07pm On Jul 16

Very funny country. Can't the government probe what happened to the lady without the father

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by Henjor48(m): 2:07pm On Jul 16

Just because huge money has exchanged hands.

olatade:
Case Closed

Physiotherapist Mary Habila's father he is not interested in any case and has sworn to an affidavit to that effect

https://tribuneonlineng.com/father-of-late-mary-habila-rejects-autopsy-withdraws-probe/?utm_source=&utm_medium=twitter

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Re: Mary Habila's Father, Tanko Habila Wisdom Swears Affidavit, Says No To Autopsy by AdolfHitlerxXx: 2:07pm On Jul 16

He has been threatened and cajoled

I am pro APC but there is no reason why this case should not be prosecuted.

It is the duty of Police, a family can't and shouldn't stop investigations.

The picture of the girl is hospital scrubs looks AI generated. What is a physiotherapist doing with a syringe?

Why was she posted to Ebonyi all the way from Kaduna? She was a HK pure and simple. But she should not lose her life because of that

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