Babangida denies ownership of mining sites from which 37 miners died in NSCDC custody
Former military president General Ibrahim Babangida (Rtd.) has denied ownership of the gold mining sites from where 37 miners who later died in NSCDC custody were arrested. The denial was in reaction to reports which alleged that the site belonged to him. A statement signed on Saturday by Dr. David Adeniran of his media office […] The post Babangida denies ownership of mining sites from which 37…
Former military president General Ibrahim Babangida (Rtd.) has vehemently denied ownership of the gold mining sites where 37 miners tragically perished while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). This denial came in response to claims suggesting Babangida had any connection to the sites. A statement issued by his media office, Dr. David Adeniran, unequivocally stated that Babangida never owned, leased, or possessed any mining-related properties in Niger State or across Nigeria.
He further clarified that Babangida had never engaged in, acquired, or operated any land for mining purposes throughout his life, and any such claims were baseless fabrications. Babangida vehemently condemned the unfortunate deaths, expressing condolences to the families of the deceased and the people of Niger State. He affirmed his full cooperation with the Niger State government and the Federal Ministry of Interior's committee of inquiry and forensic examinations to determine the exact cause of the custodial tragedy.
Babangida urged residents of Niger State to maintain calm, peace, and lawfulness, allowing the investigating bodies to carry out their duties.
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