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Independent Investigative Committee on Niger Miners deaths inaugurated
Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has inaugurated a ten-member Independent Investigative Committee, constituted on the directive of President Bola Tinubu, to investigate the circumstances surrounding the deaths of 37 people in Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) custody in Niger State, and to recommend measures to prevent a recurrence. Speaking at the inauguration held in Abuja on Tuesday,...
Miners Association President Ayanleke promises era of growth as Makinde installs him Onibise of Komu
At a ceremony witnessed by tens of traditional rulers, community and business leaders from within and outside Itesiwaju Local Government Area of Oyo State, Oba Ayandele Olaitan Oyebisi Ayanleke-Elegbede) was presented with the staff of office as the new Onibise on Friday, September 21, 2026. Oyo State Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde presented the staff of office to the...
WIMIN Demands Justice, Reforms Over Deaths of 37 Miners in NSCDC Custody
Women in Mining Nigeria (WIMIN) has condemned the deaths of 37 artisanal miners in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Minna, Niger State, demanding an independent judicial inquiry, accountability and urgent reforms of detention facilities and artisanal mining operations. The organisation, in a statement issued by its Media and Communications Directorate, described the incident...
UNGA 2026: Governor Sule set to woo investors to Nasarawa solid minerals sector
*L-R: Governor Abdullahi A. Sule and VP Kashim Shettima in New York for the United Nations General Assembly. Nasarawa State Governor, Engr. Abdullahi A. Sule has reiterated his commitment to seeking opportunities to open the state to global investments, particularly in solid minerals and other areas of mutual economic interest. Governor Sule spoke to journalists in New York, USA after an...
Tinubu Rallies Aggressive Alliance To Guard Africa’s Mineral Wealth
President Bola Tinubu has called for a fresh continental push to end the historical exploitation of Africa's critical mineral resources, urging African nations to unite and halt the export of raw materials. Accordingly, he demanded an aggressive alliance among African countries to ensure the continent transitions from a mere supplier of raw minerals to a hub for local processing, manufacturing,...
Miners’ deaths: FG should pay compensation, not Niger govt — Gov Bago
Niger State Governor, Umaru Bago, has said any compensation due to the families of 37 suspected illegal miners who died in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) should be paid by the Federal Government.Gov. Bago said the Niger State Government had no responsibility to pay compensation because the deceased were arrested and held by...
Niger Mining Tragedy: Sani Musa Offers Scholarships, Cash Support to Survivors, Families of 37 Dead
*Sen.Mohammed Sani Musa. Senator Mohammed Sani Musa, representing Niger East Senatorial District, has announced a support package for survivors and families of the 37 suspected illegal miners who died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Niger State. Under the intervention, survivors of the incident will receive scholarships and a cash grant of N500,000...
NLC mourns Niger miners, demands accountability, urgent action on child labour
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has mourned the 37 artisanal miners who died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Minna, Niger State, demanding a transparent investigation and urgent measures to tackle child labour, poverty and unemployment. The NLC, in a statement issued on Monday by its President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, noted the...
NSCDC arrests, detains personnel in connection with death of alleged illegal miners in Niger, orders service flag to fly at half mast nationwide
As Nigeria mourn the death of suspected illegal miners in Niger State, Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Professor Ahmed Abubakar Audi, has given assurance that due process, transparency and accountability will be strictly followed in the investigation of 24 personnel of the Corps currently held in custody of the NSCDC, adding that every...
Gov Bago meets Niger MAN, NUMW over death of 37 miners
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has met with members of the Miners Association of Nigeria (MAN), Niger State Chapter, and the Nigeria Union of Mine Workers (NUMW), Niger State Chapter, to commiserate with them over the deaths of 37 artisanal miners who died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Minna. The...
