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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/

Miners’ deaths: NSCDC pledges justice, says no cover-up

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has pledged to ensure justice and transparency in the aftermath of the deaths of suspected illegal miners in Minna, Niger State. Commandant General Ahmed Audi made this pledge during a condolence and courtesy visit to the Emir of Minna, Umar Bahago, as well as the families of the deceased and the survivor.

According to a statement from NSCDC spokesman Babawale Afolabi, Audi expressed strong condolences to the families and emphasized that no one found culpable will be shielded by the Corps. The Federal Government has also formed a high-powered investigative committee to probe the incident, following a directive from the Presidency.

Audi further stated that the NSCDC is fully cooperating with the committee and relevant personnel have been placed in protective custody for the investigation.

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