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Niger Miners’ Deaths: Commissioner accuses NSCDC of operating outside its legal mandate

The Niger State Government has raised concerns over the conduct of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, operatives following accounts of their activities during an investigation into the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in custody.

  • 37 suspected illegal miners died in Niger State custody.
  • NSCDC accused of operating outside legal mandate.
  • Inquiry examines conduct of NSCDC personnel.

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