The Nigeria Police Force’s Federal Capital Territory Command has confirmed the passing of former Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service, David Shikfu Parradang.
In a statement released on Tuesday, Josephine Adeh, the Police Public Relations Officer of the FCT Command, said that claims regarding the deceased being abducted and murdered are false. As per Adeh, Parradang passed away after hosting a female visitor at a hotel where he had checked in, located in Abuja.
“In light of the recent reports alleging that retired 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 noon, 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 his room. This lady left the hotel premises around 04:00 PM 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.”
Earlier messages suggested that Parradang had been kidnapped the previous night by unknown assailants who reportedly forced him at gunpoint to an undisclosed location.
