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Niger NSCDC custody deaths: Families demand justice after panel report

Families and survivors are demanding accountability and the return of seized belongings after an investigative panel confirmed 33 deaths in NSCDC custody in Niger State.

Bida Ice-Cream Production Halted Over Reported Hygiene, Labelling and Licensing Lapses

Abieyuwa7 days ago7 days ago0

Bida Local Government says inspectors found hygiene and labelling problems and halted production, but laboratory and NAFDAC findings remain unconfirmed.

Niger attack: Fanga residents report five killed, 18 abducted

Abieyuwa2 weeks ago2 weeks ago0

Fanga residents in Niger State report five deaths and 18 abductions after an October 12 attack. Police and state authorities had not confirmed the figures at the latest verified check.

Sokoto Government, College Deny Report of 18 Students Abducted

Abieyuwa3 weeks ago3 weeks ago0

Sokoto State Government and Gamji College authorities have rejected reports that 18 current students were abducted, saying a former student was instead reportedly among passengers kidnapped in Niger State.

Niger Abduction: Police Confirm Over 20 Taken, Local Officials Say 47

Abieyuwa4 weeks ago4 weeks ago0

Police say more than 20 people were abducted in a Niger State farming community on September 27. Mariga local authorities put the figure at 47, leaving the exact number in captivity unresolved.

Niger Abduction: Police Say Over 20 Taken as LGA Chairman Puts Figure at 47

Abieyuwa1 month ago1 month ago0

Police have confirmed the mass abduction of more than 20 people in Mukura village, Niger State, but a conflicting account from the Mariga council chairman puts the number at 47 farmers.

Rijau General Hospital deteriorates as residents await renovation

Abieyuwa1 month ago1 month ago0

Residents say Rijau General Hospital remains in poor condition while questions persist over the scope, funding and commencement of a promised renovation.

37 Detainees Die in NSCDC Custody in Niger as Investigations Begin

Abieyuwa1 month ago1 month ago0

Thirty-seven detainees died in NSCDC custody in Niger State. Their cause of death remains unresolved as autopsies and multiple investigations examine detention conditions and official conduct.

37 die in Niger NSCDC custody as federal, police probes begin

Abieyuwa1 month ago1 month ago0

The cause of the 37 custody deaths remains unresolved as autopsies, a police investigation and an independent Interior Ministry inquiry proceed.

Niger Custody Deaths: 37 Die as NSCDC Investigates 24 Personnel

Abieyuwa1 month ago1 month ago0

Thirty-seven detainees died while in NSCDC custody in Niger State. The corps says 24 personnel are under investigation, while the cause of death and individual responsibility remain unresolved.