NSCDC Detains 24 Personnel in Connection with Death of 37 Miners in Custody
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), Professor
In the aftermath of the tragic death of 33 suspected illegal miners in Niger State, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has detained 24 of its personnel in connection with the incident. Commandant General of the NSCDC, Professor Ahmed Audi, has pledged that due process, transparency, and accountability will be strictly adhered to during the investigation of the 24 detained officers.
Three more personnel have been placed on suspension, bringing the total number of detained personnel to 24. The officers, linked to gross misconduct, were taken into protective custody at the National Headquarters in Abuja for interrogation and disciplinary action. The NSCDC flag will be flown at half-mast for three days, starting from September 20, 2026, to express their grief and resolve to purge the system of bad conduct.
The Commandant General emphasized that the NSCDC, built on integrity, professionalism, discipline, and respect for the rule of law, does not condone unprofessional behavior or actions that undermine citizens' rights. The NSCDC remains committed to transparency, human rights protection, and professional ethics, and will keep the public informed of the investigation's outcome.
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