FG panel seeks two-week extension to probe 37 miners’ deaths

The Federal Government's independent committee investigating the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in Nigeria has requested a two-week extension to submit its report. The committee, led by retired Deputy Director-General of the Department of State Services, Jonathan Kure, made the request during a press conference. Kure stated that the committee had made "appreciable progress" in its investigation, including inspections, autopsies, and interviews with NSCDC personnel, survivors, families, and witnesses.

However, they require additional time to review the volume of evidence and testimonies gathered, as well as pending forensic and pathology reports. Kure emphasized the need for the report to withstand scrutiny and command public confidence. The Federal Government has approved the extension, assuring that the investigation will be thorough and credible.

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