Nigeria: Investigation Launched After 37 Die in Custody Over Illegal Mining Allegations
Authorities are probing the deaths of 37 people held on suspicion of illegal mining in Niger state, France 24 reported.
An investigation is underway in Nigeria following the deaths of 37 people who were in custody after being accused of illegal mining in Niger state, according to a report broadcast by France 24.
The broadcaster said the deaths had caused public uproar, though further details on the circumstances of the deaths, the identities of those who died, or the specific charges they faced were not included in the report.
France 24 said the investigation into the incident is ongoing, without specifying which authority is leading the inquiry or when findings might be released.
Illegal mining has been a persistent issue in parts of Nigeria, where authorities have periodically cracked down on unlicensed mining operations. Niger state, located in the country's north-central region, has been the site of past disputes over mineral extraction.
EGazette could not immediately verify additional details of the incident beyond those reported by France 24. This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
Sources
- Uproar in Niger state, 37 die in custody — France 24 — English
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