The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has reaffirmed its commitment to conducting a thorough and conclusive investigation into the deaths of suspected illegal miners who died in custody in Niger State.
The Commandant General of the Corps, Prof. Ahmed Abubakar Audi, mni, OFR, made this commitment when he joined the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and other heads of agencies under the ministry on a condolence visit to Minna, Niger State.
The delegation was received by the Niger State Governor, Farmer Mohammed Umaru Bago, and members of the state government.
During the visit, Governor Bago expressed appreciation to the Federal Government for its intervention and the measures being taken to establish the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
He also acknowledged the proactive steps taken by the NSCDC, including the deployment of a high-level team to support the investigation into the incident.
The visit provided an opportunity for the Federal Government delegation to convey its condolences to the bereaved families and the people of Niger State, while also receiving additional information from the state government regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The NSCDC said it remained committed to ensuring that all relevant facts surrounding the incident were properly established.
According to the Corps, the investigation would be guided by due process and existing laws and regulations, stressing that appropriate action would be taken if any breach of duty or responsibility was established.
The NSCDC extended its condolences to the families of the deceased as well as the government and people of Niger State.
It further reiterated its commitment to professionalism, accountability, humane treatment and respect for human dignity in the discharge of its statutory responsibilities.
