Death of 37 Niger miners state-sponsored banditry, prosecute those responsible – Activist, Idam
Activist, Maduabuchi Idam, on Saturday, described the death of 37 illegal miners in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, in Minna, Niger State as state-sponsored banditry. The illegal miners died while being held by the NSCDC after enforcement actions carried out around Lt. Gen. Mohammed Inuwa Wushishi Estate, in Minna, Niger […] Death of 37 Niger miners…
On Saturday, activist Maduabuchi Idam condemned the deaths of 37 illegal miners held by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Minna, Niger State as state-sponsored banditry. The miners perished while in custody following enforcement actions near Lt. Gen. Mohammed Inuwa Wushishi Estate. Idam expressed concern that Nigeria doesn't prioritize human life, stating the incident is an example of state-sponsored banditry.
He questioned why international intervention isn't sought for similar human rights abuses in Nigeria, contrasting it with the swift U.S. military response to rescue an American hostage. Idam criticized those in power for their focus on acquiring political power and looting public funds, rather than protecting citizens. He urged the Nigerian government to investigate and prosecute those responsible for the miners' deaths, emphasizing that suspects deserve fair treatment in custody and that the families of the deceased should be adequately compensated.
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