NSCDC Detains 24 Personnel Over Deaths of 37 Illegal Miners in Niger
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has detained 24 personnel, including the suspended Niger State Commandant, Commandant Subaru Siyaka Aniviye, following the deaths of 37 illegal miners in Niger State.
Corps Investigates Deaths of 37 Illegal Miners in Niger
The NSCDC conducted anti-illegal mining operations in the M.I. Wushishi and Lukoto areas of Niger State on September 15th and 16th, leading to the unfortunate incident.
Corps Director-General Directs Transparency in Investigation
Director-General of the NSCDC, Professor Abdullahi Gana, has directed transparency in the investigation into the deaths of the 37 illegal miners.
Corps to Continue Informing Public on Investigation Progress
- The NSCDC had initially said the deaths might have been caused by a suspected disease outbreak.
- However, the Corps will continue to inform the public on the investigation's progress.
- The detained personnel will be subjected to administrative procedures before being handed over to the appropriate legal authorities.
NSCDC Detains 24 Personnel Following the Deaths of 37 Illegal Miners in Niger
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has detained 24 personnel, including the suspended Niger State Commandant, Commandant Subaru Siyaka Aniviye, following the deaths of 37 illegal miners in Niger State.
Corps Director-General Directs Transparency in Investigation
Director-General of the NSCDC, Professor Abdullahi Gana, has directed transparency in the investigation into the deaths of the 37 illegal miners.
NSCDC to Continue Informing Public on Investigation Progress
The NSCDC had initially stated that the deaths might have been caused by a suspected disease outbreak.
However, the Corps will continue to inform the public on the investigation's progress.
Detained Personnel Subjected to Administrative Procedures
The detained personnel will be subjected to administrative procedures before being handed over to the appropriate legal authorities.
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