Inquiry Launched into 37 Miners' Deaths in NSCDC Custody
The Independent Committee of Inquiry, inaugurated by the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has commenced its investigation into the reported deaths of 37 individuals while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). The committee's secretary, Professor Isa Hayatu Chiroma, announced that the inaugural meeting was held immediately after the members were sworn in, where they adopted a work plan for the investigation.
The committee plans to visit relevant sites and engage with government agencies, survivors, suspects, and others with pertinent knowledge of the incident. Additionally, the committee's medical team has started work to determine the cause and manner of the deaths, which will be crucial for the inquiry.
The committee has appealed to the public for support and will invite memoranda from interested individuals and organizations, with details to be communicated later. The committee is committed to conducting a thorough, fair, and transparent investigation.
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