Curfew imposed in Nigerian city after protests over deaths of detained miners

An overnight curfew was imposed in Minna, Nigeria, on Friday after protests erupted over the deaths of 37 detained miners, many of whom were children. The victims were found dead in the cells of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) after raids on suspected illegal gold mines. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ordered an investigation, and some senior officials were suspended. Protesters, some armed, clashed with security forces, who fired live rounds. One miner stated, "We are not thieves. We are simply seeking a way to make a living by mining." Niger State Governor Umar Bago noted that many of the deceased were children aged 14-18. The NSCDC initially suggested a disease outbreak but later stated the cause of death was undetermined. The victims were buried quickly, raising questions about forensic examination. A mother of one detainee accused officials of refusing food and demanding money for release, saying, "This is injustice. We will not forgive them."