Committee to Reveal Findings on Miners' Deaths in 2026
A 10-member independent investigative committee, chaired by Jonathan Kure, is set to submit its report on the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) to the federal government on October 6, 2026. The committee was inaugurated by the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on September 22, 2026, and was given a two-week mandate to investigate the circumstances surrounding the miners' deaths.
The committee's responsibilities include determining whether the detainees were tortured or denied medical attention, examining the legality of their detention, and reviewing NSCDC's operational procedures. Members of the committee include legal experts, representatives from the Miners Association of Nigeria, and public affairs analysts.
The investigation aims to address widespread concerns regarding the treatment of the miners while in custody and to ensure accountability for any misconduct by NSCDC officers.
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