Northern Govs Demand Investigation Into Death of 37 Miners in Niger
The Northern Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NNGF) has called for a thorough and transparent investigation into the circumstances that led to the tragic death of 37 persons, while in custody of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Niger State. A statement issued Friday on behalf of his colleagues, Chairman of the Forum and […]
The Northern Nigeria Governors’ Forum has demanded a comprehensive and transparent investigation into the deaths of 37 individuals while in the custody of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps in Niger State. The forum's chairman, Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State, expressed deep grief over the incident and urged authorities to uncover the facts surrounding the tragedy.
He emphasized that the investigation should address all relevant questions and urged the families of the deceased and Nigerians to await the results of the inquiry without interference. The forum conveyed condolences to the government and people of Niger State, as well as to the families and loved ones of the deceased, stressing that every human life must be treated with dignity and protected according to the law.
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