FG panel identifies institutional lapses, overzealousness in deaths of 37 miners

The Federal Government panel investigating the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has identified institutional lapses and “overzealousness” in the handling of the detainees. Jonathan Kure, Chairman of the 10-member Independent Investigative Panel, disclosed this while giving an update on the Committee’s work in Abuja. Kure said the panel’s findings so far had raised concerns about the conduct of some NSCDC personnel involved in the arrest and detention of the miners. “There were elements of institutional lapses, elements of overzealousness on the part of officers and men of the service in their handling of the arrest and detention of the miners,” he said. He added that the investigation had also identified areas where the NSCDC required additional training and improved professionalism in handling situations of such magnitude. Kure, however, stressed that the preliminary findings did not represent the panel’s final position, saying the committee was still examining evidence and awaiting important forensic and pathology reports needed to establish the circumstances and cause of the deaths. The development comes about three weeks after the deaths of the 37 detainees triggered public outrage in Niger State and renewed calls for accountability. The panel, chaired by Kure, a retired Deputy Director-General of the Department of State Services, was inaugurated on September 22 with a two-week mandate to complete its assignment. With the initial deadline set to expire on October 7, Kure said the committee had requested an additional two weeks to conclude its work. He said the panel had requested that the deadline be extended from October 7 to October 21, 2026, citing the volume of evidence gathered during the investigation. According to him, the committee had received testimonies from various categories of people connected to the incident and was still reviewing the materials. He revealed that the panel had inspected the custody facility where the detainees were held, conducted autopsies and obtained statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, relatives of the deceased and other witnesses. It had also collected documentary and forensic evidence as part of efforts to establish what happened before and during the deaths. “Recall that on inauguration, our committee was mandated to submit its report within two weeks,” Kure said. “The committee acknowledges the cooperation so far received from the Federal Ministry of Interior, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Niger State Government, Minna Emirate, members of the affected communities and survivors. “It is important to report that appreciable progress has been recorded, including inspection of the custody facility; conduct of autopsies; taking of witness statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, families and other witnesses; and the collection of documentary and forensic evidence. “However, the committee is yet to conclude its assignment on account of the large volume of testimony and documentary evidence requiring meticulous review and collation. “Also, the forensic and pathology reports essential to establishing the cause of death are still pending, while the committee needs to afford all persons implicated, including officers already suspended, a fair opportunity to respond. “This is necessary to ensure that the committee’s findings and recommendations withstand scrutiny and command public confidence. “In the circumstance, the committee has requested an extension of time of two weeks, that is, from the initial submission date of October 7 to October 21, 2026, to enable it conclude its investigation and submit a thorough and credible final report.” Kure stressed that the seriousness of the incident and the number of people affected required the panel to carefully consider all available evidence before reaching its final conclusions. He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

Jonathan Kure, Chairman of the 10-member Independent Investigative Panel, disclosed this while giving an update on the Committee’s work in Abuja. Kure said the panel’s findings so far had raised concerns about the conduct of some NSCDC personnel involved in the arrest and detention of the miners. “There were elements of institutional lapses, elements of overzealousness on the part of officers and men of the service in their handling of the arrest and detention of the miners,” he said. He added that the investigation had also identified areas where the NSCDC required additional training and improved professionalism in handling situations of such magnitude. Kure, however, stressed that the preliminary findings did not represent the panel’s final position, saying the committee was still examining evidence and awaiting important forensic and pathology reports needed to establish the circumstances and cause of the deaths. The development comes about three weeks after the deaths of the 37 detainees triggered public outrage in Niger State and renewed calls for accountability. The panel, chaired by Kure, a retired Deputy Director-General of the Department of State Services, was inaugurated on September 22 with a two-week mandate to complete its assignment. With the initial deadline set to expire on October 7, Kure said the committee had requested an additional two weeks to conclude its work. He said the panel had requested that the deadline be extended from October 7 to October 21, 2026, citing the volume of evidence gathered during the investigation. According to him, the committee had received testimonies from various categories of people connected to the incident and was still reviewing the materials. He revealed that the panel had inspected the custody facility where the detainees were held, conducted autopsies and obtained statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, relatives of the deceased and other witnesses. It had also collected documentary and forensic evidence as part of efforts to establish what happened before and during the deaths. “Recall that on inauguration, our committee was mandated to submit its report within two weeks,” Kure said. “The committee acknowledges the cooperation so far received from the Federal Ministry of Interior, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Niger State Government, Minna Emirate, members of the affected communities and survivors. “It is important to report that appreciable progress has been recorded, including inspection of the custody facility; conduct of autopsies; taking of witness statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, families and other witnesses; and the collection of documentary and forensic evidence. “However, the committee is yet to conclude its assignment on account of the large volume of testimony and documentary evidence requiring meticulous review and collation. “Also, the forensic and pathology reports essential to establishing the cause of death are still pending, while the committee needs to afford all persons implicated, including officers already suspended, a fair opportunity to respond. “This is necessary to ensure that the committee’s findings and recommendations withstand scrutiny and command public confidence. “In the circumstance, the committee has requested an extension of time of two weeks, that is, from the initial submission date of October 7 to October 21, 2026, to enable it conclude its investigation and submit a thorough and credible final report.” Kure stressed that the seriousness of the incident and the number of people affected required the panel to carefully consider all available evidence before reaching its final conclusions. He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

Kure said the panel’s findings so far had raised concerns about the conduct of some NSCDC personnel involved in the arrest and detention of the miners. “There were elements of institutional lapses, elements of overzealousness on the part of officers and men of the service in their handling of the arrest and detention of the miners,” he said. He added that the investigation had also identified areas where the NSCDC required additional training and improved professionalism in handling situations of such magnitude. Kure, however, stressed that the preliminary findings did not represent the panel’s final position, saying the committee was still examining evidence and awaiting important forensic and pathology reports needed to establish the circumstances and cause of the deaths. The development comes about three weeks after the deaths of the 37 detainees triggered public outrage in Niger State and renewed calls for accountability. The panel, chaired by Kure, a retired Deputy Director-General of the Department of State Services, was inaugurated on September 22 with a two-week mandate to complete its assignment. With the initial deadline set to expire on October 7, Kure said the committee had requested an additional two weeks to conclude its work. He said the panel had requested that the deadline be extended from October 7 to October 21, 2026, citing the volume of evidence gathered during the investigation. According to him, the committee had received testimonies from various categories of people connected to the incident and was still reviewing the materials. He revealed that the panel had inspected the custody facility where the detainees were held, conducted autopsies and obtained statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, relatives of the deceased and other witnesses. It had also collected documentary and forensic evidence as part of efforts to establish what happened before and during the deaths. “Recall that on inauguration, our committee was mandated to submit its report within two weeks,” Kure said. “The committee acknowledges the cooperation so far received from the Federal Ministry of Interior, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Niger State Government, Minna Emirate, members of the affected communities and survivors. “It is important to report that appreciable progress has been recorded, including inspection of the custody facility; conduct of autopsies; taking of witness statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, families and other witnesses; and the collection of documentary and forensic evidence. “However, the committee is yet to conclude its assignment on account of the large volume of testimony and documentary evidence requiring meticulous review and collation. “Also, the forensic and pathology reports essential to establishing the cause of death are still pending, while the committee needs to afford all persons implicated, including officers already suspended, a fair opportunity to respond. “This is necessary to ensure that the committee’s findings and recommendations withstand scrutiny and command public confidence. “In the circumstance, the committee has requested an extension of time of two weeks, that is, from the initial submission date of October 7 to October 21, 2026, to enable it conclude its investigation and submit a thorough and credible final report.” Kure stressed that the seriousness of the incident and the number of people affected required the panel to carefully consider all available evidence before reaching its final conclusions. He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

“There were elements of institutional lapses, elements of overzealousness on the part of officers and men of the service in their handling of the arrest and detention of the miners,” he said. He added that the investigation had also identified areas where the NSCDC required additional training and improved professionalism in handling situations of such magnitude. Kure, however, stressed that the preliminary findings did not represent the panel’s final position, saying the committee was still examining evidence and awaiting important forensic and pathology reports needed to establish the circumstances and cause of the deaths. The development comes about three weeks after the deaths of the 37 detainees triggered public outrage in Niger State and renewed calls for accountability. The panel, chaired by Kure, a retired Deputy Director-General of the Department of State Services, was inaugurated on September 22 with a two-week mandate to complete its assignment. With the initial deadline set to expire on October 7, Kure said the committee had requested an additional two weeks to conclude its work. He said the panel had requested that the deadline be extended from October 7 to October 21, 2026, citing the volume of evidence gathered during the investigation. According to him, the committee had received testimonies from various categories of people connected to the incident and was still reviewing the materials. He revealed that the panel had inspected the custody facility where the detainees were held, conducted autopsies and obtained statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, relatives of the deceased and other witnesses. It had also collected documentary and forensic evidence as part of efforts to establish what happened before and during the deaths. “Recall that on inauguration, our committee was mandated to submit its report within two weeks,” Kure said. “The committee acknowledges the cooperation so far received from the Federal Ministry of Interior, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Niger State Government, Minna Emirate, members of the affected communities and survivors. “It is important to report that appreciable progress has been recorded, including inspection of the custody facility; conduct of autopsies; taking of witness statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, families and other witnesses; and the collection of documentary and forensic evidence. “However, the committee is yet to conclude its assignment on account of the large volume of testimony and documentary evidence requiring meticulous review and collation. “Also, the forensic and pathology reports essential to establishing the cause of death are still pending, while the committee needs to afford all persons implicated, including officers already suspended, a fair opportunity to respond. “This is necessary to ensure that the committee’s findings and recommendations withstand scrutiny and command public confidence. “In the circumstance, the committee has requested an extension of time of two weeks, that is, from the initial submission date of October 7 to October 21, 2026, to enable it conclude its investigation and submit a thorough and credible final report.” Kure stressed that the seriousness of the incident and the number of people affected required the panel to carefully consider all available evidence before reaching its final conclusions. He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

He added that the investigation had also identified areas where the NSCDC required additional training and improved professionalism in handling situations of such magnitude. Kure, however, stressed that the preliminary findings did not represent the panel’s final position, saying the committee was still examining evidence and awaiting important forensic and pathology reports needed to establish the circumstances and cause of the deaths. The development comes about three weeks after the deaths of the 37 detainees triggered public outrage in Niger State and renewed calls for accountability. The panel, chaired by Kure, a retired Deputy Director-General of the Department of State Services, was inaugurated on September 22 with a two-week mandate to complete its assignment. With the initial deadline set to expire on October 7, Kure said the committee had requested an additional two weeks to conclude its work. He said the panel had requested that the deadline be extended from October 7 to October 21, 2026, citing the volume of evidence gathered during the investigation. According to him, the committee had received testimonies from various categories of people connected to the incident and was still reviewing the materials. He revealed that the panel had inspected the custody facility where the detainees were held, conducted autopsies and obtained statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, relatives of the deceased and other witnesses. It had also collected documentary and forensic evidence as part of efforts to establish what happened before and during the deaths. “Recall that on inauguration, our committee was mandated to submit its report within two weeks,” Kure said. “The committee acknowledges the cooperation so far received from the Federal Ministry of Interior, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Niger State Government, Minna Emirate, members of the affected communities and survivors. “It is important to report that appreciable progress has been recorded, including inspection of the custody facility; conduct of autopsies; taking of witness statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, families and other witnesses; and the collection of documentary and forensic evidence. “However, the committee is yet to conclude its assignment on account of the large volume of testimony and documentary evidence requiring meticulous review and collation. “Also, the forensic and pathology reports essential to establishing the cause of death are still pending, while the committee needs to afford all persons implicated, including officers already suspended, a fair opportunity to respond. “This is necessary to ensure that the committee’s findings and recommendations withstand scrutiny and command public confidence. “In the circumstance, the committee has requested an extension of time of two weeks, that is, from the initial submission date of October 7 to October 21, 2026, to enable it conclude its investigation and submit a thorough and credible final report.” Kure stressed that the seriousness of the incident and the number of people affected required the panel to carefully consider all available evidence before reaching its final conclusions. He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

Kure, however, stressed that the preliminary findings did not represent the panel’s final position, saying the committee was still examining evidence and awaiting important forensic and pathology reports needed to establish the circumstances and cause of the deaths. The development comes about three weeks after the deaths of the 37 detainees triggered public outrage in Niger State and renewed calls for accountability. The panel, chaired by Kure, a retired Deputy Director-General of the Department of State Services, was inaugurated on September 22 with a two-week mandate to complete its assignment. With the initial deadline set to expire on October 7, Kure said the committee had requested an additional two weeks to conclude its work. He said the panel had requested that the deadline be extended from October 7 to October 21, 2026, citing the volume of evidence gathered during the investigation. According to him, the committee had received testimonies from various categories of people connected to the incident and was still reviewing the materials. He revealed that the panel had inspected the custody facility where the detainees were held, conducted autopsies and obtained statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, relatives of the deceased and other witnesses. It had also collected documentary and forensic evidence as part of efforts to establish what happened before and during the deaths. “Recall that on inauguration, our committee was mandated to submit its report within two weeks,” Kure said. “The committee acknowledges the cooperation so far received from the Federal Ministry of Interior, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Niger State Government, Minna Emirate, members of the affected communities and survivors. “It is important to report that appreciable progress has been recorded, including inspection of the custody facility; conduct of autopsies; taking of witness statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, families and other witnesses; and the collection of documentary and forensic evidence. “However, the committee is yet to conclude its assignment on account of the large volume of testimony and documentary evidence requiring meticulous review and collation. “Also, the forensic and pathology reports essential to establishing the cause of death are still pending, while the committee needs to afford all persons implicated, including officers already suspended, a fair opportunity to respond. “This is necessary to ensure that the committee’s findings and recommendations withstand scrutiny and command public confidence. “In the circumstance, the committee has requested an extension of time of two weeks, that is, from the initial submission date of October 7 to October 21, 2026, to enable it conclude its investigation and submit a thorough and credible final report.” Kure stressed that the seriousness of the incident and the number of people affected required the panel to carefully consider all available evidence before reaching its final conclusions. He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

The development comes about three weeks after the deaths of the 37 detainees triggered public outrage in Niger State and renewed calls for accountability. The panel, chaired by Kure, a retired Deputy Director-General of the Department of State Services, was inaugurated on September 22 with a two-week mandate to complete its assignment. With the initial deadline set to expire on October 7, Kure said the committee had requested an additional two weeks to conclude its work. He said the panel had requested that the deadline be extended from October 7 to October 21, 2026, citing the volume of evidence gathered during the investigation. According to him, the committee had received testimonies from various categories of people connected to the incident and was still reviewing the materials. He revealed that the panel had inspected the custody facility where the detainees were held, conducted autopsies and obtained statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, relatives of the deceased and other witnesses. It had also collected documentary and forensic evidence as part of efforts to establish what happened before and during the deaths. “Recall that on inauguration, our committee was mandated to submit its report within two weeks,” Kure said. “The committee acknowledges the cooperation so far received from the Federal Ministry of Interior, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Niger State Government, Minna Emirate, members of the affected communities and survivors. “It is important to report that appreciable progress has been recorded, including inspection of the custody facility; conduct of autopsies; taking of witness statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, families and other witnesses; and the collection of documentary and forensic evidence. “However, the committee is yet to conclude its assignment on account of the large volume of testimony and documentary evidence requiring meticulous review and collation. “Also, the forensic and pathology reports essential to establishing the cause of death are still pending, while the committee needs to afford all persons implicated, including officers already suspended, a fair opportunity to respond. “This is necessary to ensure that the committee’s findings and recommendations withstand scrutiny and command public confidence. “In the circumstance, the committee has requested an extension of time of two weeks, that is, from the initial submission date of October 7 to October 21, 2026, to enable it conclude its investigation and submit a thorough and credible final report.” Kure stressed that the seriousness of the incident and the number of people affected required the panel to carefully consider all available evidence before reaching its final conclusions. He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

The panel, chaired by Kure, a retired Deputy Director-General of the Department of State Services, was inaugurated on September 22 with a two-week mandate to complete its assignment. With the initial deadline set to expire on October 7, Kure said the committee had requested an additional two weeks to conclude its work. He said the panel had requested that the deadline be extended from October 7 to October 21, 2026, citing the volume of evidence gathered during the investigation. According to him, the committee had received testimonies from various categories of people connected to the incident and was still reviewing the materials. He revealed that the panel had inspected the custody facility where the detainees were held, conducted autopsies and obtained statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, relatives of the deceased and other witnesses. It had also collected documentary and forensic evidence as part of efforts to establish what happened before and during the deaths. “Recall that on inauguration, our committee was mandated to submit its report within two weeks,” Kure said. “The committee acknowledges the cooperation so far received from the Federal Ministry of Interior, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Niger State Government, Minna Emirate, members of the affected communities and survivors. “It is important to report that appreciable progress has been recorded, including inspection of the custody facility; conduct of autopsies; taking of witness statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, families and other witnesses; and the collection of documentary and forensic evidence. “However, the committee is yet to conclude its assignment on account of the large volume of testimony and documentary evidence requiring meticulous review and collation. “Also, the forensic and pathology reports essential to establishing the cause of death are still pending, while the committee needs to afford all persons implicated, including officers already suspended, a fair opportunity to respond. “This is necessary to ensure that the committee’s findings and recommendations withstand scrutiny and command public confidence. “In the circumstance, the committee has requested an extension of time of two weeks, that is, from the initial submission date of October 7 to October 21, 2026, to enable it conclude its investigation and submit a thorough and credible final report.” Kure stressed that the seriousness of the incident and the number of people affected required the panel to carefully consider all available evidence before reaching its final conclusions. He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

With the initial deadline set to expire on October 7, Kure said the committee had requested an additional two weeks to conclude its work. He said the panel had requested that the deadline be extended from October 7 to October 21, 2026, citing the volume of evidence gathered during the investigation. According to him, the committee had received testimonies from various categories of people connected to the incident and was still reviewing the materials. He revealed that the panel had inspected the custody facility where the detainees were held, conducted autopsies and obtained statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, relatives of the deceased and other witnesses. It had also collected documentary and forensic evidence as part of efforts to establish what happened before and during the deaths. “Recall that on inauguration, our committee was mandated to submit its report within two weeks,” Kure said. “The committee acknowledges the cooperation so far received from the Federal Ministry of Interior, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Niger State Government, Minna Emirate, members of the affected communities and survivors. “It is important to report that appreciable progress has been recorded, including inspection of the custody facility; conduct of autopsies; taking of witness statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, families and other witnesses; and the collection of documentary and forensic evidence. “However, the committee is yet to conclude its assignment on account of the large volume of testimony and documentary evidence requiring meticulous review and collation. “Also, the forensic and pathology reports essential to establishing the cause of death are still pending, while the committee needs to afford all persons implicated, including officers already suspended, a fair opportunity to respond. “This is necessary to ensure that the committee’s findings and recommendations withstand scrutiny and command public confidence. “In the circumstance, the committee has requested an extension of time of two weeks, that is, from the initial submission date of October 7 to October 21, 2026, to enable it conclude its investigation and submit a thorough and credible final report.” Kure stressed that the seriousness of the incident and the number of people affected required the panel to carefully consider all available evidence before reaching its final conclusions. He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

He said the panel had requested that the deadline be extended from October 7 to October 21, 2026, citing the volume of evidence gathered during the investigation. According to him, the committee had received testimonies from various categories of people connected to the incident and was still reviewing the materials. He revealed that the panel had inspected the custody facility where the detainees were held, conducted autopsies and obtained statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, relatives of the deceased and other witnesses. It had also collected documentary and forensic evidence as part of efforts to establish what happened before and during the deaths. “Recall that on inauguration, our committee was mandated to submit its report within two weeks,” Kure said. “The committee acknowledges the cooperation so far received from the Federal Ministry of Interior, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Niger State Government, Minna Emirate, members of the affected communities and survivors. “It is important to report that appreciable progress has been recorded, including inspection of the custody facility; conduct of autopsies; taking of witness statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, families and other witnesses; and the collection of documentary and forensic evidence. “However, the committee is yet to conclude its assignment on account of the large volume of testimony and documentary evidence requiring meticulous review and collation. “Also, the forensic and pathology reports essential to establishing the cause of death are still pending, while the committee needs to afford all persons implicated, including officers already suspended, a fair opportunity to respond. “This is necessary to ensure that the committee’s findings and recommendations withstand scrutiny and command public confidence. “In the circumstance, the committee has requested an extension of time of two weeks, that is, from the initial submission date of October 7 to October 21, 2026, to enable it conclude its investigation and submit a thorough and credible final report.” Kure stressed that the seriousness of the incident and the number of people affected required the panel to carefully consider all available evidence before reaching its final conclusions. He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

According to him, the committee had received testimonies from various categories of people connected to the incident and was still reviewing the materials. He revealed that the panel had inspected the custody facility where the detainees were held, conducted autopsies and obtained statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, relatives of the deceased and other witnesses. It had also collected documentary and forensic evidence as part of efforts to establish what happened before and during the deaths. “Recall that on inauguration, our committee was mandated to submit its report within two weeks,” Kure said. “The committee acknowledges the cooperation so far received from the Federal Ministry of Interior, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Niger State Government, Minna Emirate, members of the affected communities and survivors. “It is important to report that appreciable progress has been recorded, including inspection of the custody facility; conduct of autopsies; taking of witness statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, families and other witnesses; and the collection of documentary and forensic evidence. “However, the committee is yet to conclude its assignment on account of the large volume of testimony and documentary evidence requiring meticulous review and collation. “Also, the forensic and pathology reports essential to establishing the cause of death are still pending, while the committee needs to afford all persons implicated, including officers already suspended, a fair opportunity to respond. “This is necessary to ensure that the committee’s findings and recommendations withstand scrutiny and command public confidence. “In the circumstance, the committee has requested an extension of time of two weeks, that is, from the initial submission date of October 7 to October 21, 2026, to enable it conclude its investigation and submit a thorough and credible final report.” Kure stressed that the seriousness of the incident and the number of people affected required the panel to carefully consider all available evidence before reaching its final conclusions. He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

He revealed that the panel had inspected the custody facility where the detainees were held, conducted autopsies and obtained statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, relatives of the deceased and other witnesses. It had also collected documentary and forensic evidence as part of efforts to establish what happened before and during the deaths. “Recall that on inauguration, our committee was mandated to submit its report within two weeks,” Kure said. “The committee acknowledges the cooperation so far received from the Federal Ministry of Interior, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Niger State Government, Minna Emirate, members of the affected communities and survivors. “It is important to report that appreciable progress has been recorded, including inspection of the custody facility; conduct of autopsies; taking of witness statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, families and other witnesses; and the collection of documentary and forensic evidence. “However, the committee is yet to conclude its assignment on account of the large volume of testimony and documentary evidence requiring meticulous review and collation. “Also, the forensic and pathology reports essential to establishing the cause of death are still pending, while the committee needs to afford all persons implicated, including officers already suspended, a fair opportunity to respond. “This is necessary to ensure that the committee’s findings and recommendations withstand scrutiny and command public confidence. “In the circumstance, the committee has requested an extension of time of two weeks, that is, from the initial submission date of October 7 to October 21, 2026, to enable it conclude its investigation and submit a thorough and credible final report.” Kure stressed that the seriousness of the incident and the number of people affected required the panel to carefully consider all available evidence before reaching its final conclusions. He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

It had also collected documentary and forensic evidence as part of efforts to establish what happened before and during the deaths. “Recall that on inauguration, our committee was mandated to submit its report within two weeks,” Kure said. “The committee acknowledges the cooperation so far received from the Federal Ministry of Interior, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Niger State Government, Minna Emirate, members of the affected communities and survivors. “It is important to report that appreciable progress has been recorded, including inspection of the custody facility; conduct of autopsies; taking of witness statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, families and other witnesses; and the collection of documentary and forensic evidence. “However, the committee is yet to conclude its assignment on account of the large volume of testimony and documentary evidence requiring meticulous review and collation. “Also, the forensic and pathology reports essential to establishing the cause of death are still pending, while the committee needs to afford all persons implicated, including officers already suspended, a fair opportunity to respond. “This is necessary to ensure that the committee’s findings and recommendations withstand scrutiny and command public confidence. “In the circumstance, the committee has requested an extension of time of two weeks, that is, from the initial submission date of October 7 to October 21, 2026, to enable it conclude its investigation and submit a thorough and credible final report.” Kure stressed that the seriousness of the incident and the number of people affected required the panel to carefully consider all available evidence before reaching its final conclusions. He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

“Recall that on inauguration, our committee was mandated to submit its report within two weeks,” Kure said. “The committee acknowledges the cooperation so far received from the Federal Ministry of Interior, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Niger State Government, Minna Emirate, members of the affected communities and survivors. “It is important to report that appreciable progress has been recorded, including inspection of the custody facility; conduct of autopsies; taking of witness statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, families and other witnesses; and the collection of documentary and forensic evidence. “However, the committee is yet to conclude its assignment on account of the large volume of testimony and documentary evidence requiring meticulous review and collation. “Also, the forensic and pathology reports essential to establishing the cause of death are still pending, while the committee needs to afford all persons implicated, including officers already suspended, a fair opportunity to respond. “This is necessary to ensure that the committee’s findings and recommendations withstand scrutiny and command public confidence. “In the circumstance, the committee has requested an extension of time of two weeks, that is, from the initial submission date of October 7 to October 21, 2026, to enable it conclude its investigation and submit a thorough and credible final report.” Kure stressed that the seriousness of the incident and the number of people affected required the panel to carefully consider all available evidence before reaching its final conclusions. He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

“The committee acknowledges the cooperation so far received from the Federal Ministry of Interior, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Niger State Government, Minna Emirate, members of the affected communities and survivors. “It is important to report that appreciable progress has been recorded, including inspection of the custody facility; conduct of autopsies; taking of witness statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, families and other witnesses; and the collection of documentary and forensic evidence. “However, the committee is yet to conclude its assignment on account of the large volume of testimony and documentary evidence requiring meticulous review and collation. “Also, the forensic and pathology reports essential to establishing the cause of death are still pending, while the committee needs to afford all persons implicated, including officers already suspended, a fair opportunity to respond. “This is necessary to ensure that the committee’s findings and recommendations withstand scrutiny and command public confidence. “In the circumstance, the committee has requested an extension of time of two weeks, that is, from the initial submission date of October 7 to October 21, 2026, to enable it conclude its investigation and submit a thorough and credible final report.” Kure stressed that the seriousness of the incident and the number of people affected required the panel to carefully consider all available evidence before reaching its final conclusions. He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

“It is important to report that appreciable progress has been recorded, including inspection of the custody facility; conduct of autopsies; taking of witness statements from NSCDC personnel, survivors, families and other witnesses; and the collection of documentary and forensic evidence. “However, the committee is yet to conclude its assignment on account of the large volume of testimony and documentary evidence requiring meticulous review and collation. “Also, the forensic and pathology reports essential to establishing the cause of death are still pending, while the committee needs to afford all persons implicated, including officers already suspended, a fair opportunity to respond. “This is necessary to ensure that the committee’s findings and recommendations withstand scrutiny and command public confidence. “In the circumstance, the committee has requested an extension of time of two weeks, that is, from the initial submission date of October 7 to October 21, 2026, to enable it conclude its investigation and submit a thorough and credible final report.” Kure stressed that the seriousness of the incident and the number of people affected required the panel to carefully consider all available evidence before reaching its final conclusions. He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

“However, the committee is yet to conclude its assignment on account of the large volume of testimony and documentary evidence requiring meticulous review and collation. “Also, the forensic and pathology reports essential to establishing the cause of death are still pending, while the committee needs to afford all persons implicated, including officers already suspended, a fair opportunity to respond. “This is necessary to ensure that the committee’s findings and recommendations withstand scrutiny and command public confidence. “In the circumstance, the committee has requested an extension of time of two weeks, that is, from the initial submission date of October 7 to October 21, 2026, to enable it conclude its investigation and submit a thorough and credible final report.” Kure stressed that the seriousness of the incident and the number of people affected required the panel to carefully consider all available evidence before reaching its final conclusions. He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

“Also, the forensic and pathology reports essential to establishing the cause of death are still pending, while the committee needs to afford all persons implicated, including officers already suspended, a fair opportunity to respond. “This is necessary to ensure that the committee’s findings and recommendations withstand scrutiny and command public confidence. “In the circumstance, the committee has requested an extension of time of two weeks, that is, from the initial submission date of October 7 to October 21, 2026, to enable it conclude its investigation and submit a thorough and credible final report.” Kure stressed that the seriousness of the incident and the number of people affected required the panel to carefully consider all available evidence before reaching its final conclusions. He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

“This is necessary to ensure that the committee’s findings and recommendations withstand scrutiny and command public confidence. “In the circumstance, the committee has requested an extension of time of two weeks, that is, from the initial submission date of October 7 to October 21, 2026, to enable it conclude its investigation and submit a thorough and credible final report.” Kure stressed that the seriousness of the incident and the number of people affected required the panel to carefully consider all available evidence before reaching its final conclusions. He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

“In the circumstance, the committee has requested an extension of time of two weeks, that is, from the initial submission date of October 7 to October 21, 2026, to enable it conclude its investigation and submit a thorough and credible final report.” Kure stressed that the seriousness of the incident and the number of people affected required the panel to carefully consider all available evidence before reaching its final conclusions. He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

Kure stressed that the seriousness of the incident and the number of people affected required the panel to carefully consider all available evidence before reaching its final conclusions. He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

He assured that officers already suspended over the incident would also be given the opportunity to respond to allegations against them. Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

Kure said the pending forensic and pathology reports remained critical to the investigation because they could provide further evidence on the actual cause of death. The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

The cause of death has remained one of the major questions surrounding the incident. Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

Kure assured Nigerians that the additional time was necessary to ensure that the final report was comprehensive, credible and properly supported by evidence. He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share

He also said the panel remained committed to ensuring justice for those affected by the incident. Related News Glo deepens Ofala partnership as cultural sponsorship becomes brand strategy Pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres away from community, Aiyedatiwa Mizar Energies eyes Nigeria’s busiest trade routes in retail drive Share