A video showing the late Mary Habila dismissing rumours of her death has resurfaced online weeks after her controversial passing. Habila's close friend and colleague, Anita Baaki, shared the clip on Facebook on Monday, July 20. According to Baaki, rumours began circulating on June 24 that Habila had died. The following day, June 25, the 26-year-old reportedly appeared in the video to personally clear the air.
Video Shows Habila Alive Days Before Death
In the clip, Habila assured those who were concerned that she was alive and in good health. At the time, the video appeared to be a simple response to a false rumour. But after what happened two days later, it now carries a much heavier meaning. Habila reportedly died on June 27, 2026, under controversial circumstances. Her body was later found inside a room in one of the buildings within the country residence of Minister of Works David Umahi in Uburu, Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. The development has continued to generate questions, particularly because of the timing of her final video.
Friend Shares Footage, Questions Remain
Baaki, a physiotherapist from Benue State, described Habila as her colleague and close friend while sharing the footage. The resurfaced clip has added a haunting layer to the unanswered questions surrounding Habila's death at a minister's residence. Social media users reacted strongly to the video. User @ella__emmanuel stated: "I reject every negative rumours oo it’ll never manifest in our lives in Jesus name Amen." @slimlinda_reignz commented: "There’s something fundamentally fishy about this whole situation, including this video." @jiggydayouno noted: "Someone tried to kpuff her and she survived and went on to spread the news unfortunately they came for her again it’s clear." @mcobiho shared: "So who is d man acting as ur father saying no autopsy? So why is Dave Umahi explaning up and down? Which kind damage control be this? U kpai abi u nor kpai?"
Northern Youths Issue Ultimatum Over Death
Previously, the Northern Youth Council of Nigeria gave the federal government seven days to suspend Minister Dave Umahi over the death of Mary Habila. The group demanded an independent autopsy and a police investigation, arguing that any probe linked to the minister or his office would not inspire public confidence. The council warned it would organise nationwide protests if the government failed to suspend Umahi and begin what it described as a credible investigation within the seven-day deadline.
