ADC Demands Investigation into 37 Miners' Deaths in Custody
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has demanded an immediate, independent, and transparent investigation into the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners who died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Niger State. The miners were arrested during enforcement operations on September 15 and 16 and were found dead on September 17, with the NSCDC attributing the deaths to a suspected disease outbreak.
The ADC, represented by National Publicity Secretary Bolaji Abdullahi, emphasized the need for independent autopsies, publication of identities and detention records, compensation for the victims' families, and prosecution of any officials responsible. The party argued that the circumstances surrounding the deaths raised serious questions about the treatment of citizens in custody and highlighted the constitutional rights of the deceased.
The Federal Government has suspended the Niger State NSCDC Commandant, Suberu Siyaka Aniviye, and ordered a full investigation into the incident.
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