The FCT police Command has confirmed the death of ex-Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service, David Shikfu Parradang, but disclosed that he died in a hotel and was not killed by armed robbers as reported in the media.
In a statement on Tuesday, Josephine Adeh, Police Public Relations Officer of FCT Command said reports of the deceased being kidnapped and killed are untrue.
According to Adeh, Paradang died after receiving a female guest at a hotel he checked into in Abuja.
“In light of the recent reports alleging that the retired CG was kidnapped and subsequently killed, we wish to clarify the facts surrounding this incident to ensure accurate information is disseminated to the public.
“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 a sum of Twenty two thousand naira (N22,000) for one night’s stay. Shortly thereafter, he directed the hotel room attendant to escort a female guest who had come to visit to his room. This lady left the hotel premises around 04:00PM of the same day.
“Mr. Parradang did not exit his room after the lady left. Around 04:00 AM of 04 March 2025, a friend who is a military officer, concerned for his wellbeing, traced him to the hotel. Upon arrival, the hotel receptionist and the officer proceeded to his room, where Mr. Parradang was found deceased, seated in a chair.
“The Durumi Police Station was notified and officers promptly arrived at the scene, secured the area, took photographs, and collected all relevant evidence to preserve the integrity of the crime scene. The body has been transferred to the National Hospital for necessary procedures, and hotel staff are currently cooperating with Police investigations.”
