The Niger State Government has ordered an investigation into the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners who died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps.
Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago announced the constitution of an investigative committee during a press conference.
The committee will investigate the circumstances surrounding the deaths and determine what caused the incident.
Bago Orders Full Investigation
According to the governor, the committee will examine the events that preceded the deaths.
Its findings are expected to help the state government understand what happened and determine the appropriate next steps.
The investigation is focused on establishing the root cause of the deaths of the 37 suspected illegal miners.
Findings to Guide Government Action
The miners were in the custody of the NSCDC Niger State Command when they died.
Authorities are now seeking answers about the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The committee’s report is expected to provide the state government with information that could guide further action.
The investigation underscores the government’s effort to establish the facts surrounding the deaths before deciding on subsequent measures.
