Miners’ deaths: NSCDC pledges justice, says no cover-up
The NSCDC has pledged that justice will be served in the deaths of suspected illegal miners in Minna, assuring that no one found culpable will be shielded. Read More: https://punchng.com/miners-deaths-nscdc-pledges-justice-says-no-cover-up/
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has pledged to conduct a thorough investigation and ensure justice is served in the deaths of suspected illegal miners in Minna, Niger State, according to a statement by the Corps' Commandant General, Ahmed Audi. Audi's visit to the Emir of Minna, the families of the deceased, and the survivor came amid allegations of a potential cover-up.
The NSCDC will prioritize transparency and justice, according to Audi, who also affirmed that the Corps will not shield anyone found culpable. A high-powered investigative committee has been constituted by the Federal Government, following a directive from the Presidency, to probe the incident.
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