Exclusive: Former Immigration Comptroller General, David Shikfu Parradang, Found Dead in Abuja Hotel
I a shocking turn of events, former Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), David Shikfu Parradang, was found dead in a hotel room in Abuja on March 3, 2025. Contrary to initial speculations of foul play, the police have revealed that Parradang’s death appears to be under mysterious but non-violent circumstances.
According to a detailed police report, the ex-immigration boss arrived at Joy House Hotel, located at Area 3 Junction, at approximately 12:00 pm on March 3. He checked into the hotel, paying N22,000 for a one-night stay. Shortly after settling in, Parradang reportedly instructed a hotel attendant to escort a female guest, who had come to visit him, to his room.
The unidentified woman left the hotel premises around 4:00 pm the same day, according to hotel staff. However, Parradang did not emerge from his room after her departure, raising concerns among hotel personnel.
The situation took a tragic turn when a close friend of Parradang, described as a military officer, traced him to the hotel after being unable to reach him. Upon arrival, the officer, accompanied by the hotel receptionist, proceeded to Parradang’s room. What they discovered was both startling and heartbreaking: the former immigration chief was found lifeless, seated in a chair.
The police have confirmed that there were no visible signs of violence or struggle in the room, ruling out the possibility of a kidnapping or physical altercation. However, the exact cause of death remains unknown, pending the results of an autopsy.
Parradang, who served as Comptroller General of the NIS from 2013 to 2015, was a prominent figure in Nigeria’s immigration and security circles. His sudden demise has sent shockwaves through the nation, with many calling for a thorough investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding his death.
As the story unfolds, questions linger about the identity of the female guest and her role in the events leading up to Parradang’s death. Authorities are also examining CCTV footage and interviewing hotel staff to piece together a clearer timeline of what transpired.
For now, the nation mourns the loss of a man who once stood at the helm of one of Nigeria’s most critical agencies. As investigations continue, the public awaits answers to the many questions surrounding this tragic incident.
