HOMEF Demands Probe into Deaths of 37 Miners in Niger
The Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF) condemned the deaths of 37 young miners, aged between 14 and 20 years, who reportedly died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Niger State. This incident occurred following enforcement operations targeting illegal mining activities in the Wushishi-Lukoto area.
HOMEF described the tragedy as a reminder of the human and environmental consequences of Nigeria's extractive economy. Dr. Nnimmo Bassey, HOMEF's Executive Director, emphasized the need for Nigeria to rethink its development strategies, warning against replacing oil dependence with large-scale mineral extraction that harms communities.
He called for an independent investigation into the deaths, accountability for negligence, and stronger environmental monitoring in mining-affected areas. HOMEF also urged authorities to ensure the safety of individuals in custody during enforcement operations and to address the socio-economic factors driving young people into hazardous mining activities.
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