Atiku demands probe into deaths of suspected miners in NSCDC custody
Available information indicated that the suspected illegal miners were arrested by NSCDC operatives during enforcement operations on September 15 and 16 around the M.I. Wushishi and Lukoto areas of Niger State.
18 Sep 21:00 · The Eagle Online
Nigeria probes deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in custody
Nigeria's government suspended a civil defence commander as President Bola Tinubu ordered a "thorough", "urgent and "full and transparent investigation" over Thursday's deaths.
19 Sep 06:21 · Africanews
Niger NIPR demands probe, sanctions over deaths of 37 suspected miners in NSCDC custody
The Niger State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, NIPR, has demanded an independent and transparent investigation into the deaths of
19 Sep 10:28 · Daily Post
Tinubu reacts, orders full probe into death of detained miners in Niger
The ​‌‍‍‍‍⁠⁠‌⁠​⁠​​‍​⁠‌​detainees were arrested during enforcement operations around Lt.-Gen. Mohammed Inuwa Wushishi Estate in Minna over allegations of illegal mining.
19 Sep 07:49 · The Eagle Online
ADC demands probe into deaths of 37 Nigerians in NSCDC custody
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called for an immediate, independent and transparent investigation into the deaths of 37 Nigerians who
18 Sep 11:26 · Daily Post
Niger miners’ deaths: Gov Bago makes fresh revelations
Governor Mohammed Bago of Niger State has made fresh revelations about the deaths of 37 suspected miners in the custody of the Nigerian Security and Civil
19 Sep 06:17 · Daily Post
37 Miners’ Death: Adeyanju reacts, demands probe, prosecution
In a statement on Friday, Adeyanju described the incident as a “crime against humanity” and called for the swift prosecution of anyone found responsible.
18 Sep 16:18 · The Eagle Online
RULAAC demands independent probe into deaths of suspected illegal miners in NSCDC custody
The Executive Director of RULAAC,  Okechukwu Nwanguma, made the demand in a statement issued on Friday, following confirmation by the NSCDC that some of the suspects died while in custody.
19 Sep 07:50 · The Eagle Online
33 Detainees Found Dead in NSCDC Custody After Illegal Mining Raids in Niger State
Thirty-three detainees were found dead in NSCDC custody after illegal mining raids in Niger State, sparking protests in Minna and a government investigation.
18 Sep 18:49 · Legit
IGP Disu visits Niger over death of 37 miners in NSCDC custody, pledges thorough investigation
The suspects were said to have been arrested over alleged illegal mining activities before they were found dead in NSCDC custody in the early hours of Friday, September 18, 2026.
19 Sep 07:58 · The Eagle Online
37 miners’ death: IGP Disu visits Niger, vows full investigation
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP, Rilwan Disu, has visited Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, in Minna and vowed a full investigation into the
18 Sep 17:17 · Daily Post
Nigeria: Armed security deployed in Minna after deaths of miners
Armed security personnel have been deployed in the Nigerian city of Minna, where demonstrators have been taking to the streets, a day after dozens suspected illegal gold miners died while in custody.
18 Sep 18:40 · Africanews
Life of every Nigerian matters – Tinubu orders probe of Minna illegal miners’ death
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday ordered a complete and open investigation into the deaths of some miners who were caught illegally and detained by
18 Sep 19:07 · Daily Post
Parents ​‌‌⁠​‌‍⁠⁠‌⁠​⁠‌​​‍‍‌​of miners who died in NSCDC custody demand compensation
They said the compensation would serve as a deterrent against abuse of power and ensure accountability among law enforcement personnel.
19 Sep 07:35 · The Eagle Online
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