Parradang
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Contrary to widespread report, the former Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service, NIS, Mr. David Shikfu Parradang, did not die in the hands of kidnappers.
Rather, the FCT Police Command stated, Parradang was found dead in a chair inside his hotel room in Abuja after receiving a female guest.
The former immigration boss had checked into Joy House Hotel, Area 3 Junction, a day earlier but was discovered dead by a concerned military friend, who arrived with hotel staff to check on him.
The clarification was contained in FCT Police Command said in a statement, titled, “FCT Police Respond to Misreported Death of Retired Comptroller General David Parradang,” released by the spokesperson the FCT Police Command, SP Josephine Adeh.
The police debunked reports of kidnapping and provided details of the incident.
“On March 3, 2025, at approximately 12:00 PM, Mr. Parradang arrived at Joy House Hotel, Area 3 Junction, driving a black Mercedes Benz. He checked into the hotel, paying ₦22,000 for a one-night stay,” the statement further revealed.
“Shortly after checking in, he requested that a hotel attendant escort a female guest to his room. The lady left the hotel premises around 4:00 PM on the same day.
“Mr. Parradang did not leave his room afterward. Around 4:00 AM on March 4, 2025, a friend, who is a military officer, concerned about his wellbeing, traced him to the hotel.
“Upon arrival, the hotel receptionist and the officer proceeded to his room, where they found Mr. Parradang deceased, seated in a chair.
“The Durumi Police Station was notified, and officers quickly arrived at the scene to secure the area, take photographs, and collect relevant evidence to preserve the integrity of the investigation.
“His body has been transferred to the National Hospital for further examination, while hotel staff are cooperating with police investigations.”
While urging the public and media to avoid spreading unverified reports suggesting that the former NIS boss was kidnapped or assassinated, the FCT Police Command added that efforts are ongoing to locate and arrest the female guest who last visited him.
“We urge the public and media outlets to refrain from spreading unverified information, including claims of kidnapping, that may incite fear or panic.
“The FCT Police Command is committed to conducting a thorough investigation to uncover the circumstances surrounding Mr. Parradang’s death and ensure justice is served.”
