NSCDC probes deaths of suspected illegal miners in Niger
The NSCDC has begun an investigation into the deaths of some suspected illegal miners who died in its custody after being arrested in Niger State. Read More: https://punchng.com/nscdc-probes-deaths-of-suspected-illegal-miners-in-niger/
An investigation has commenced by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) following the reported deaths of 33 suspected illegal miners in Niger State. The casualties were allegedly detained during enforcement operations carried out by the corps in the M.I. Wushishi/Lukoto area on September 15 and 16, 2026. The commandant of the NSCDC Niger State Command, Suberu Aniviye, attributed the deaths to a suspected disease outbreak, although the NSCDC National Headquarters has not yet confirmed the cause of the fatalities.
The Corps' National Public Relations Officer, Babawale Afolabi, has directed a high-powered investigative team to probe the circumstances surrounding the incident, including the condition of the suspects prior to their arrest, the period of their detention, the conditions of their confinement, the medical care they received, and other relevant details.
The team, headed by the Deputy Commandant General in charge of Intelligence and Investigation, is tasked with determining the events leading to the deaths. The NSCDC has extended condolences to the families of the deceased and assured them that the incident will be thoroughly investigated based on factual evidence.
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