Niger Miners' Families Demand Justice Over ₦100,000 Offer
Families of 37 suspected illegal miners who died in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Niger State have rejected a ₦100,000 payment from the state government, asserting their demand for justice over compensation. The miners died following their arrest during anti-illegal mining operations in the M.I.
Wushishi and Lukoto areas on September 15 and 16, 2026, and were taken to NSCDC custody in Minna. The incident has led to protests and calls for an independent investigation.
While the NSCDC initially attributed the deaths to a suspected disease outbreak, relatives have raised concerns about overcrowding and poor treatment in detention. President Bola Tinubu has ordered a comprehensive investigation, and Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has established a 10-member independent committee to investigate the deaths.
The number of suspended NSCDC personnel has increased from 21 to 24. Families view the payment as an attempt to silence them, emphasizing their desire for accountability rather than monetary compensation.
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