The House of Representatives has issued a clarification regarding the discovery of the body of an unidentified individual around the National Assembly Complex on Sunday, September 7.
The statement followed an official report from the Nigeria Police Force, which is leading the investigation. The House leadership said the clarification was necessary to keep the public informed and to prevent speculation or misinformation.
According to the Divisional Police Officer of the National Assembly Division, the deceased, suspected to be a labourer at an ongoing construction site, was found around 9:00 a.m. inside a red Peugeot 406 vehicle (registration number BWR-577 BF). The car was parked outside the Annex Building Gate, close to the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF).
The body, discovered in a sleeping position on the back seat, was already in an advanced state of decomposition. Police have since evacuated the remains to the mortuary and confirmed that efforts are underway to establish the deceased’s identity and notify the family.
The House assured that it is working closely with security and emergency agencies to ensure a thorough investigation.
“We commend the Nigeria Police Force for its swift response and will continue to monitor developments closely,” the statement read.
On behalf of the House, spokesman Rep. Akin Rotimi Jr. extended sympathies to the family and associates of the deceased, once identified, and pledged that the public will continue to receive transparent updates as investigations progress.
