In the early hours of Thursday, police in Nigeria discovered 37 suspected illegal miners dead inside a National Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) detention facility.
The bodies were found in a state of neglect, prompting immediate concern among authorities and the public.
Commissioner of Police Adamu Elleman has ordered a formal investigation into the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
Elleman said the inquiry would examine the conditions of detention and any possible misconduct that may have contributed to the fatalities.
The incident highlights the need for stringent oversight of detention facilities, especially those housing individuals accused of illegal mining activities.
<small>Source: AllAfrica Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
