FG suspends Niger NSCDC commandant over miners’ deaths
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has ordered the immediate suspension of the Niger State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Suberu Aniviye, following the deaths of suspected illegal miners in the state. The minister also ordered a full investigation into the incident, which reportedly occurred at the M.I. Wushishi/Lukoto axis of Read More:…
Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has suspended the Niger State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Suberu Aniviye, in light of the deaths of suspected illegal miners in the state. An investigation into the incident, which occurred at the M.I. Wushishi/Lukoto area of Minna on September 15 and 16, 2026, is underway.
The deaths of at least 33 suspected illegal miners have sparked concerns, with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) conducting a full inquiry. The NSCDC has emphasized the need for a transparent investigation and urged the public to remain calm and law-abiding while awaiting the results. The minister commended the Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, and the families of the deceased.
Written by urgent.news from Punch's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
This story
This is one outlet's version. Read the fullest account.
