Niger Miners’ Tragedy: Probe Panel Member Claims NSCDC Cleaned Death Cell to Destroy Evidence

According to a report by Premium Times Nigeria, Deji Adeyanju, a member of the panel probing the tragic death of 37 miners in Niger State, has made a shocking allegation. Adeyanju claims that the Niger State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) cleaned, disinfected, and renumbered the detention cell where the miners were held, in an apparent attempt to destroy evidence.

This allegation comes as the panel continues its investigation into the cause of the miners’ deaths, which were reportedly due to asphyxiation. According to Nigeria Info FM, the miners were arrested for illegal mining activities before their deaths.

The cleaning of the detention cell is a serious development, as it raises questions about the transparency and accountability of the NSCDC in this tragic incident. The NSCDC has not yet commented on these claims, and the panel’s investigation is ongoing.

This story matters to Nigerian readers because it sheds light on the circumstances surrounding the tragic death of 37 miners in Niger State, and raises concerns about the NSCDC’s handling of the situation. It also underscores the need for transparency and accountability in the security forces, particularly when dealing with civilians.