The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has warned the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and other stakeholders against tampering with material evidence linked to the death of 37 miners in Niger State. The warning was issued in Abuja during the inauguration of a 10-member Investigative committee to probe the death of the miners. The committee was set up following the incident in which the miners died while in custody of the NSCDC in Minna, Niger State.
The incident occurred after enforcement action was carried out by the NSCDC around Lt. Gen. Mohammed Inuwa Wushishi Estate in Minna, Niger State. The miners were alleged to be illegal miners. The federal government has been criticized for the handling of the incident, and the Minister has assured Nigerians that the government will get to the bottom of the matter. The Investigative committee is expected to uncover the circumstances surrounding the death of the miners.
The Minister of Interior has directed the NSCDC leadership to cooperate with the committee and make available all reports and material evidence linked to the incident. He warned that any attempt to destroy or conceal evidence, intimidate witnesses, or obstruct the investigation will be treated as a serious offense against the nation. The Minister emphasized that no officer or individual will be shielded if found culpable.
The Investigative committee is expected to submit its report soon. The Minister assured Nigerians that the government will not abandon the families of the deceased miners. He appealed for calm and patience, promising that the government will get to the truth. The incident has sparked widespread outrage, and the government is under pressure to take action.
The NSCDC has been criticized for its handling of the incident. The corps has been accused of using excessive force on the miners. The Minister's warning is seen as a move to ensure that the NSCDC and other stakeholders do not interfere with the investigation. The government has promised to take action against anyone found culpable.
The death of the miners has raised concerns about the safety of Nigerians. The incident has also highlighted the issue of illegal mining in the country. The government has promised to take steps to address the issue. The Minister of Interior has assured Nigerians that the government will do everything possible to prevent such incidents from happening again.
The government has promised to provide support to the families of the deceased miners. The Minister of Interior has expressed sympathy with the families and promised that the government will do everything possible to ensure that justice is served. The incident has sparked a national debate about the safety of Nigerians and the need for the government to take action to prevent such incidents from happening again.
Key points
- The Nigerian government has warned the NSCDC and stakeholders against tampering with evidence in the death of 37 miners in Niger State.
- A 10-member Investigative committee has been set up to probe the death of the miners.
- The government has promised to take action against anyone found culpable in the incident.
