Tinubu orders prosecution of officials linked to Niger miners’ deaths

The Punch | 18-09-2026 03:51pm |

President Bola Tinubu has ordered a full investigation and the prosecution of officials linked to the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). The order follows the deaths of the miners, who were in NSCDC custody. The President's directive aims to ensure accountability.

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