In a dramatic turn of events, the family of an engineer, Mr Chukwuemeka Nwabueze, has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Usman Baba, over the mysterious disappearance of his corpse from a hospital in Awka, Anambra State. According to Punch Newspapers, the family’s petition was sent to the IGP on October 28, 2026, following the disappearance of Nwabueze’s body from the hospital’s mortuary. The engineer had been admitted to the hospital for an undisclosed ailment and was confirmed dead by medical personnel. However, when the family went to collect his remains, they discovered that the corpse was missing. The family’s petition demands a thorough investigation into the incident and the recovery of the missing corpse. The Anambra State Police Command has yet to comment on the matter. This story matters to Nigerian readers because it highlights the importance of accountability in our healthcare system, particularly in the handling of deceased persons. It also underscores the need for swift action and transparency when such incidents occur.
By
