Atiku Abubakar Demands Justice for Deceased Miners

Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, has demanded justice for miners who died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Niger State. In a statement shared on X, Atiku emphasized that the deceased were human beings whose lives and dignity should have been protected while in government custody.

He reacted to the incident and the Federal Government's decision to suspend officers linked to it and order an investigation. Atiku stated, “These were human beings—sons, fathers, brothers and loved ones, whose families had every right to expect that, whatever allegations they faced, the state would protect their lives and dignity while they remained in its custody.” He called for an independent, thorough, and transparent investigation, insisting that its findings should be made public.

Atiku asserted that anyone found responsible through action, abuse, or negligence must be held accountable, stressing that “No Nigerian should enter government custody and lose the most basic right of all: the right to life.” He concluded that the families of the deceased deserve the truth and justice.