The Cross River State Police Command has released the photograph of an unidentified woman found dead in a Calabar hotel and appealed to the public to help identify her.
The woman was found d3ad in a hotel room along Clifford Lane, Calabar South, earlier this month.
The spokesperson for the command, ASP Eitokpah Sunday Akata disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
According to the statement, preliminary investigation showed that the deceased lodged at the hotel alongside a male guest whose current whereabouts remain unknown.
The command said investigators have intensified efforts to establish her identity and determine the circumstances surrounding her d3ath as the search for her companion continues.
Police also said the receptionist who was on duty when the incident occurred remains in custody and is assisting the investigators with information about the admission of the guests and events leading up to the discovery of the deceased.
The police noted that the receptionist’s detention should not be interpreted as a determination of guilt.
“The Cross River State Police Command wishes to provide an update on the ongoing investigation into the suspected homicide of an unidentified female guest at a hotel along Clifford Lane, Calabar South, earlier reported by the Command in its press release of 8 September 2026,” the statement read.
“As part of ongoing efforts to establish the identity of the deceased, the Command is releasing her photograph and appeals to anyone who recognises her or may have information concerning her identity, family or associates to contact the Police with credible information.
“Preliminary investigation indicates that the deceased lodged at the hotel alongside a male guest whose whereabouts remain under investigation. Efforts are ongoing to locate him and establish the circumstances surrounding the deceased’s d3ath.
“The receptionist on duty at the time of the incident remains in Police custody and is assisting investigators with information concerning the admission of the guests and events preceding the discovery of the deceased.
“His custody should not be construed as a determination of guilt, as any further action will be based on available evidence and in accordance with the law.
“The Commissioner of Police, Cross River State Command, CP Ajo Geoffrey Ordue, psc, mnips, mspsp, has directed that the investigation be conducted professionally and objectively to establish the identity of the deceased, determine the circumstances surrounding her d3ath, locate the male guest and establish the roles, if any, of persons connected to the incident.
“The Command therefore appeals to members of the public for credible information that may assist the investigation.
“Anyone who recognises the deceased from the photograph or has information that may assist in locating the male guest is urged to contact the Police Control Room on 0706 797 7330 or 0905 827 3057, or visit the nearest Police Station.
“Further updates will be communicated as the investigation progresses.”
