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NSCDC custody deaths: Panel seeks two-week extension to complete investigation
Summary by The Lagos Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Hadiza Musa , as published by Daily Post Nigeria
· October 6, 2026
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Key points The committee's findings will be submitted after the extension period, which would be October 21, 2026, if approved. The committee was set up to look into the deaths of 37 people and was initially supposed to finish its work by October 7.
An investigation into deaths in custody has found some problems with how things are normally done. More time is needed to finish the investigation, so a two-week extension has been requested. The committee was set up to look into the deaths of 37 people and was initially supposed to finish its work by October 7.
The investigation has already uncovered some issues, including a need for more training for some personnel. Further reports are needed to determine the causes of death.
The committee's findings will be submitted after the extension period, which would be October 21, 2026, if approved.
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Published: October 6, 2026 ·
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