Nigerian Bar Association Demands Probe into Minna Deaths
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has demanded a thorough investigation into the deaths of 37 individuals who were arrested on suspicion of illegal mining and held by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Minna, Niger State. The NBA's President, Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, issued a statement on Saturday following the reported deaths on September 17, 2026.
The NBA emphasized that the deceased were suspects and had not been tried or convicted. They urged authorities to identify the owners, financiers, and beneficiaries of the illegal mining operations linked to the detainees.
The association highlighted that illegal mining is a significant national issue that harms communities and the environment, often associated with organized crime. The NBA insisted that enforcement should not target only laborers but also those who organize and profit from illegal mining.
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, confirmed the 37 deaths, while the NBA refrained from speculating on the cause, advocating for evidence-based conclusions.
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