Minister of Works David Umahi described Mary Habila, a nurse who died at his residence in Uburu, Ebonyi State, as 'like a daughter' to him. Habila, employed at the David Umahi Federal University of Medical Sciences, passed away on June 27, 2026, in a guest house within the minister's residence. Umahi stated he had personally funded her medical treatments due to her health issues and emphasized there was no foul play involved. He criticized the politicization of the incident and announced plans to take legal action against those spreading false information about the case.
Bias read (Conservative): The article frames the incident through the lens of political accountability, with Umahi directly accusing critics of politicizing the situation. His emphasis on personal responsibility and legal action against misinformation reflects a right-leaning perspective, particularly in his dismissal of 'fö





