18/09/2026
As of Friday, September 18, 2026, there is a serious developing situation in Minna, Niger State.
Protests are taking place following the deaths of 37 people detained by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) during operations against suspected illegal mining. �
Reuters +1
Security forces have used tear gas and, according to Reuters witnesses, live am******on as protesters gathered and clashes occurred. Soldiers and police have been deployed around parts of the city. �
Reuters +1
The exact cause of the 37 deaths remains under investigation. NSCDC initially referred to a possible disease outbreak, while a survivor alleged that overcrowding and poor ventilation contributed to suffocation. �
Al Jazeera +1
Niger State NSCDC Commandant Suberu Siyaka Aniviye has been suspended pending an investigation. �
The Guardian
Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has declared three days of mourning, and a planned APC rally in Minna has been cancelled. �
Channels Television +1
There are also reports of injuries during the protest, including a roadside vendor reportedly struck by a stray bullet. �
The Whistler
So, if you're in Minna right now, it's advisable to avoid protest areas, government/security installations and large gatherings until the situation becomes clearer.
If you want, I can also check **which specific areas/roads in Minna are currently affected, �whether there is a curfew, and �the latest security situation right now.**
