Police: Ex-Immigration boss died in Abuja hotel, not kidnapped

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has disclosed that the former Comptroller General of the Nigeria Immigration Service, David Parradang, died in a hotel in Abuja and not killed by kidnappers as widely reported.

The command’s spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, made this known via a statement on Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

Adeh revealed that the former Immigration boss was found dead in the hotel in the early hours of Tuesday.

She debunked reports which earlier emerged that Parradang was kidnapped and subsequently killed by gunmen.

The police spokesperson said: “On March 3, 2025, at approximately 12:00 p.m. Mr Parradang arrived at Joy House Hotel, Area 3 Junction, driving a black Mercedes Benz.

“He checked into the hotel, paying a sum of 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 04:00 p.m. of the same day.

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“Mr. Parradang did not exit his room after the lady left. Around 04:00 a.m. of March 4, 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.

“Effort is in top gear to effect the arrest of the lady.

“We urge the public and media outlets to refrain from spreading unverified information, including claims of kidnapping, that may incite fear or panic.”

Adeh added that the FCT Police Command is committed to conducting a thorough investigation to uncover the circumstances surrounding Parradang’s death.

The Star