The Federal Government has suspended the Niger State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Suberu Siyaka Aniviye, and ordered a full investigation into the reported deaths of suspected illegal miners in Minna.
The suspension was announced on Friday, September 18, 2026, by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, following reports of deaths involving suspected illegal miners arrested during enforcement operations in parts of Niger State on September 15 and 16.
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The incident reportedly occurred around the M.I. Wushishi/Lukoto axis of Minna, where security operatives had been conducting operations against illegal mining activities.
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