Summary: A casket maker from Cross River State dies after collapsing at a guest house in Kubwa, Abuja. Police investigate as family takes body home for burial.
A casket maker from Cross River State has died under controversial circumstances at a guest house in Kubwa, Federal Capital Territory, leaving residents shocked and raising questions about the incident.
The tragic incident, which occurred over the weekend at a facility in the Kukwaba area of Kubwa, has sent shockwaves through the community. The establishment, which reportedly operates as both a guest house and brothel, became the scene of an unexpected death when the middle-aged artisan collapsed during a visit.
According to investigations by Daily Trust, the deceased casket maker had visited the location to meet a female companion. However, what started as a routine visit took a tragic turn when he suddenly slumped before he could leave the premises.
What Happened at the Scene
A source familiar with the incident revealed that the woman with him quickly raised the alarm after noticing his condition. “The lady reported the incident to the hotel manager, who in turn alerted the Kubwa Police Division,” the source disclosed.
Police officers from the Kubwa Division responded swiftly to the distress call and rushed the unconscious man to Kubwa General Hospital. Sadly, medical personnel at the facility pronounced him dead on arrival.
Family Takes Body Home for Burial
When Daily Trust visited the deceased’s residence, located opposite the NNPC junction in Kubwa, family members were nowhere to be found. Neighbours explained that his relatives had already begun the journey to Cross River State with his body for burial according to their cultural traditions.
The sudden loss has left many in the area reflecting on the unpredictable nature of life and death—particularly ironic given the deceased’s profession as a casket maker.
Police Investigation and Statements
Following the incident, three individuals were invited to the Kubwa Police Division to provide statements: the female companion, the hotel manager, and the property owner. According to police sources, all three cooperated with investigators and were subsequently released after their statements were documented.
The family of the deceased formally requested the release of the body, which was granted by authorities to enable them to perform burial rites in their home state.
When contacted on Monday, the Divisional Police Officer for Kubwa, CSP Paul Lazarus, stated that he had not yet been briefed on the incident but promised to investigate the matter thoroughly and provide feedback.
A Cautionary Tale
This unfortunate incident serves as yet another reminder of how fragile life can be. For residents of Kubwa and the FCT at large, it has sparked conversations about health consciousness and the circumstances that can lead to sudden death.
While the exact medical cause of the man’s collapse remains unclear, the incident highlights the importance of regular health check-ups and being mindful of underlying health conditions.
The deceased’s profession as a casket maker adds a layer of painful irony to the tragedy—a man who crafted final resting places for others unexpectedly meeting his own untimely end.
As his family mourns and prepares for his burial in Cross River State, the community is left to ponder the mysterious ways of life and death.
May his soul rest in peace.
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