Miners’ deaths: Questions arise over Niger NSCDC commandant’s conduct after mass arrests

PM NEWS Nigeria | 18-09-2026 11:20am |

Questions have been raised regarding the conduct of Suberu Siyaka Aniviye, the commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Niger State, following the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in custody. The deaths occurred after a mass arrest operation. The incident has sparked concerns about the treatment of detainees and the circumstances surrounding the fatalities.

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