Mining: Alake mourns death of detainees in Niger, deploys investigators

Author: Henry OduahPublished on: September 18, 2026Country: Nigeria
PoliticsCrime & Law
Mining: Alake mourns death of detainees in Niger, deploys investigators

Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, expressed profound sorrow over the death of detainees in Niger, suspected of illegal mining. He extended condolences to the families and the government of Niger State, praising Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago's swift response. Alake also announced the deployment of a team of investigators to examine the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident.

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