Niger Miners’ Deaths: Adeyanju Urges Panel to Identify Mine Owner First

Lawyer Deji Adeyanju says investigators should establish who owns the mining site where miners died in Niger State before describing the victims as illegal miners. Speaking on Channels Television, Adeyanju said no conclusion should be reached until the investigative committee completes its fact-finding. He argued that the panel must determine whether the operator had the required approvals and complied with mining regulations. Adeyanju, a member of the committee investigating the deaths, said the inquiry should focus on accountability and the circumstances surrounding the incident.

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