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Protests erupt after 37 miners die in custody

Published Friday, September 18, 2026

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Protests have erupted in central Nigeria after 37 suspected illegal miners died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC). In response, the Niger State Governor has formed a committee of inquiry, and the state's civil defense corps commandant has been suspended.

What We Know — Key Points

  • 37 people believed to be illegal miners died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC).
  • Protests have erupted in central Nigeria following the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in custody.
  • The Niger State Governor has established a committee of inquiry into the deaths.
  • The commandant of the Niger State civil defense corps has been suspended.

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Deaths in Custody & Official Response
  • Deutsche Welle

    Protests have erupted in central Nigeria following the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC). The Niger State Governor has established a committee of inquiry, and the commandant of the state's civil defense corps has been suspended.

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