Niger govt imposes curfew, as vandals protest deaths of 37 miners in NSCDC custody
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago has declared a 24-hour curfew across the state capital starting after the Friday prayers, in efforts to curb protests by those he described as vandals. The governor disclosed that the decision became necessary after vandals took over the streets in the wake of the deaths of 37 artisanal miners […] The post Niger govt imposes curfew, as vandals protest…
The Nigerian government has imposed a 24-hour curfew in the state capital in response to protests sparked by the deaths of 37 miners in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). The curfew was announced by Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, who described the protesters as vandals. Vandals had taken over the streets, destroyed buses, attacked a bank, and ransacked businesses and party offices following the tragic incident.
During a condolence visit, Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo pledged to uncover the reasons behind the tragedy and vowed to prevent any future occurrences. Forensic findings revealed possible chemical poisoning, prompting a state-wide suspension of mining activities until soil tests confirm the presence of hazardous substances.
The Governor thanked the Civil Defence for swiftly removing a negligent state Commandant, while also demanding the suspension of all mining operations until the root cause is determined. The minister assured Nigerians that swift justice would be served, and the federal government would collaborate closely with the state government to hold accountable anyone responsible for operational negligence.
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