The Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Professor Ahmed Audi, has visited the Emir of Minna, Alhaji Umar Farouk Bahago, and the families of the deceased and survivors of the recent incident involving suspected illegal miners in Minna.
The visit was aimed at commiserating with the affected families and the Minna community over the incident.
During the visit, Professor Audi expressed deep condolences to the bereaved families and assured them that the NSCDC would not shield anyone found culpable.
He stressed that justice, transparency and accountability would be given priority in the investigation into the incident.
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The Commandant General also said the Nigerian Government, following a directive from the Presidency, had constituted a high-powered investigative committee to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
According to him, the NSCDC is fully cooperating with the committee, while relevant personnel have been placed in protective custody to ensure their availability for the investigation.
Audi said his visit was also to join the Muslim faithful in observing the third and seventh-day prayers for the deceased, noting the importance of prayers for the repose of their souls and for strength for the bereaved families.
Responding on behalf of the traditional institution and the affected families, the Emir of Minna, Alhaji Umar Farouk Bahago, appreciated the Commandant General for the swift administrative measures taken by the Corps.
He also commended the NSCDC for cooperating with the Presidential Investigative Committee and the decision of the Commandant General to personally visit the Emirate and identify with the community during the period of grief.
