Death of Suspected Illegal Miners: NSCDC Arrests, Detains 24 Personnel in Niger
Michael Olugbode in Abuja As Nigeria mourns the unfortunate death of 33 suspected illegal miners in Niger State, Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ahmed Audi,
In a somber moment for Nigeria, the death of 33 suspected illegal miners in Niger State has led to the arrest and detention of 24 NSCDC personnel. Commandant General Ahmed Audi has assured that the investigation will uphold due process, transparency, and accountability, with all found culpable facing internal disciplinary measures and the law.
The Corps Public Relations Officer, Babawale Afolabi, revealed that three additional personnel have been placed on suspension, raising the total detained to 24. A joint operation with the NSCDC Special Investigation Squad led to the officers and men being taken into protective custody and subjected to rigorous interrogation and administrative disciplinary actions.
The NSCDC flag will be flown at half-mast across all formations for three days to mourn the incident and demonstrate their disapproval. The Commandant General emphasized the Corps' commitment to integrity, professionalism, and respect for the rule of law, promising to keep the public informed of the investigation's outcome.
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