Mary Habila’s family petitions IGP over continued retention of body, seeks transfer of probe

The family of late Mary Habila has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, demanding the release of her body for burial and transfer of the investigation to Force Headquarters in Abuja. The body has been retained by Ebonyi State Police Command since her death on June 27, 2026. The family, through their lawyers, cited emotional, financial, and cultural hardship. The police insist on continuing their investigation, citing potential foul play despite the family's affidavit opposing autopsy.