ATIKU DEMANDS ACCOUNTABILITY OVER DEATHS OF SUSPECTED MINERS IN NSCDC CUSTODY

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called for accountability over the deaths of some suspected illegal miners who reportedly died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Niger State.

Atiku expressed concern over the reported deaths and called for a transparent investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.

He said security agencies must be held accountable for the treatment of suspects in their custody, stressing the importance of protecting the rights and lives of individuals regardless of the allegations against them.

The former vice president also called for the relevant authorities to investigate the incident and determine whether there was any misconduct or violation of established procedures.

The deaths have drawn attention to the treatment of suspects in detention and the need for accountability within security institutions.

Authorities are expected to provide further information on the circumstances surrounding the deaths as investigations into the incident continue.