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Nigeria civil defence say suspected outbreak of disease kpai illegal miners for dia custody
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps arrested suspected illegal miners in Niger State, but a suspected disease outbreak in custody led to multiple deaths. The police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway
The deaths of detained miners shift your risk exposure if working with or around mining enforcement in Nigeria. This invites immediate review of security partnerships and due diligence on custody conditions.
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