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NSCDC Chief Pledges Cooperation With Probe Into Deaths Of 37 Miners
By staff: Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
The Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Abubakar Audi, has assured that the organisation will fully cooperate with the ongoing investigation into the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in Niger State.
Audi gave the assurance during a condolence visit to the Emir of Minna, Umar Farouk Bahago, as well as relatives of the deceased and survivors of the incident.
The NSCDC chief said his visit was aimed at expressing sympathy to the affected families and demonstrating the Corps’ solidarity with them during the difficult period.
He stressed that the organisation would not protect or shield any personnel found to have played a role in the deaths, adding that transparency, accountability and justice would guide its participation in the investigation.
According to him, the Federal Government, following a directive from the Presidency, has established a high-level investigative committee to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Audi said the NSCDC had committed itself to providing the committee with the necessary cooperation, while relevant personnel had been placed in protective custody to ensure they remain available to investigators.
He also joined members of the Muslim community in prayers for the deceased and appealed for strength and comfort for their families.
Responding on behalf of the traditional institution and the bereaved families, the Emir of Minna appreciated Audi for personally visiting the community and commended the administrative measures taken by the Corps following the incident.
The Emir further acknowledged the NSCDC’s cooperation with the presidential investigative committee and its decision to identify with the affected community during the period of mourning.
The deaths, which occurred while the suspects were in NSCDC custody in Niger State, are currently the subject of a Federal Government investigation aimed at establishing the circumstances and determining responsibility.
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
Nigeria’s petrol prices may face downward pressure following a fresh decline in international crude oil prices, amid growing optimism that diplomatic efforts to end the conflict between the United States and Iran could lead to the resumption of crude oil and petroleum product shipments through the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
The development could ease pressure on global oil markets, as the Strait of Hormuz remains a major international route for crude oil and petroleum product transportation.
A possible restoration of shipping activities through the waterway is expected to improve global supply and reduce concerns over disruptions that have contributed to fluctuations in oil prices.
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
The Presidency and presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, have exchanged words following allegations that officials of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) prevented him from greeting Nigeria’s victorious Under-17 women’s national football team, the Flamingos, at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.
Obi alleged that NFF officials stopped him from approaching the players when he encountered the team at the airport on Monday, following their return from Morocco with the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup trophy.
In a statement issued through his media office, the former Anambra State governor said he had asked his protocol officer, Jackie Wayas, to find out whether he could welcome and congratulate the players.
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
Leader of the Warri South-West Legislative House and Chairman of the Delta State Councillors Forum, Rt. Hon. Ekpemupolo Idukedoumene Samuel, has warmly welcomed Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, alongside members of the Delta State APC Campaign Council, to Warri South-West Local Government Area.
The visit forms part of the party’s political engagements and mobilisation activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Ekpemupolo Samuel’s reception of the governor and his entourage underscores the involvement of political and legislative stakeholders in the party’s activities across the local government area.
The visit also provides an opportunity for party leaders, elected representatives and grassroots stakeholders to interact as the APC intensifies its political engagements across Delta State.
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