Niger Govt Confirms Death of 37 Suspected Illegal Miners in NSCDC Custody, Commander Suspended
Friday, September 18, 2026 • 200+ Views
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The Niger State Government has confirmed the death of 37 suspected illegal miners who were in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC).
The confirmation followed reports surrounding the deaths of the suspects after their arrest during an enforcement operation in the state.
The government also announced the suspension of the NSCDC commander responsible for the affected area, pending an investigation into the circumstances that led to the deaths.
Authorities said the investigation is expected to establish what happened to the suspects while in custody and determine whether any individuals or agencies should be held accountable.
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