N-HYPPADEC COMMISERATES WITH NIGER STATE OVER DEATH OF 37 ALLEGED ILLEGAL MINERS IN NSCDC CUSTODY
By YM Bina
The Management of the National Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (N-HYPPADEC) commiserates with the Government and people of Niger State over the death of 37 persons in a detention facility of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps(NSCDC).
In a statement issued by the Head, Press and Public Affairs Nura Tanko Wakili for the Managing Director in Minna Niger state capital.
The Commission particularly extends its deepest condolences to the Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umaru Bago; the Emir of Minna, Dr. Umar Faruq Bahago; and the families of the deceased.
N-HYPPADEC notes with deep sadness the sudden and painful loss of the affected persons describing the incident as deeply distressing and unfortunate.
While commiserating with the government and affected families and standing in solidarity with them during this difficult period, the Commission appeals for calm to allow the relevant committees constituted by the Federal and State Governments to thoroughly investigate the incident and proffer appropriate solutions and recommendations.
The Managing Director of the Commission Abubakar Sadiq Yelwa, prays that Almighty Allah grants the bereaved families the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss and grants the deceased eternal rest.
He further appeals to members of the public to refrain from sensationalizing the national tragedy and calls for sober reflection towards actions that will be for the collective good.
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