JUST IN: Family Postpones Mary Habila’s Burial, Gives Reason

The family of 26-year-old Mary Habila has indefinitely postponed her burial as the Ebonyi State Police Command insists on conducting an autopsy before releasing her body.

In a statement issued on Thursday and signed by Elisha Haruna on behalf of the family, the relatives announced that the burial, which had been scheduled for Friday, July 17, would no longer hold.

According to the statement, the decision was necessitated by unforeseen circumstances.

“We wish to inform family, friends, and well-wishers that the burial ceremony of our beloved daughter, Mary Habila, has been postponed until further notice due to unforeseen circumstances,” the family said.

They apologised for the change in plans and appealed for understanding, while assuring supporters that a new burial date would be announced once arrangements are concluded.

The family also expressed appreciation for the prayers, support and solidarity shown during the difficult period.

The postponement comes amid an ongoing dispute over the circumstances surrounding Habila’s death, which reportedly occurred at the residence of the Minister of Works, David Umahi.

The Ebonyi State Police Command has maintained that an autopsy is essential to establish the actual cause of death and has declined to release the body until the examination is carried out, despite the family’s objections.