- The Senate is investigating attacks occurring in Kebbi State and Niger State.
- Artisanal mining issues lead to the deaths of miners in their custody in Kebbi and Niger States, Nigeria.
- An investigation into the deaths of detainees in Niger State has been launched, prompted by suspected illegal mining activities. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo announced the constitution of the inquiry committee.
- An investigation is underway regarding an incident involving illegal mining suspects held in custody in Niger State.
NSCDC detained miners in Minna, Niger State, in the Wushishi axis.
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Updated Sep 21
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What happened
NSCDC detained miners in Minna, Niger State, in the Wushishi axis.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Escalation of the Niger State mining incident: unrest and bank vandalism reported.1 source
NSCDC detained miners in Minna, Niger State, as part of the ongoing investigation into illegal mining.1 source
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The entities involved
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Minna
The capital city of Niger State
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Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps
Nigerian paramilitary agency
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Niger State
state in Nigeria
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