NSCDC Officers Arrested Over Colleagues Death as Police Uncover N2bn in Suspects Account

The Nigeria Police Force has arrested three officers from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) Mining Marshals Unit in connection with the death of their colleague, Agada Levi Agada, during a security operation in Nasarawa State. The arrests were made following an investigation launched by the Force Intelligence Department (FID) after receiving a petition from the deceased’s legal representative. The suspects—Simeon Yakubu Anyebe, Ibrahim Ayefu, and Iwodi Obochi—are currently in police custody as authorities probe the circumstances surrounding Agada’s death.

Agada was reportedly shot while on duty during an operation in Rafin Gabas, a location within the Agwada area of Nasarawa State. The incident has raised serious concerns about internal security operations and accountability within the NSCDC. Police have emphasized that the investigation is ongoing and that they are committed to uncovering the full truth behind the incident, including whether the shooting was accidental or intentional.

In addition to the arrests, investigators have uncovered suspicious financial transactions linked to the NSCDC Mining Marshals. Authorities have traced over N2 billion into a Zenith Bank account belonging to Sergeant Labaran, whose account number is 1008392780. The funds were transferred to and from accounts linked to other suspects, raising questions about possible corruption or illicit dealings within the unit. The police are working to determine the nature of these transactions and their potential connection to the incident.

Several other NSCDC Mining Marshals were summoned for questioning but failed to appear, prompting further scrutiny. The police have warned that non-compliance with official summons will not be tolerated and that all individuals involved will be held accountable. The investigation is expanding to include financial records, operational logs, and witness statements to build a comprehensive case.

This development comes amid growing public concern over security operations in Nigeria’s mining regions, where illegal mining and related crimes have become increasingly common. The NSCDC has been deployed in these areas to enforce regulations and maintain order, but incidents like this have sparked calls for greater transparency and oversight. The police have assured the public that justice will be served and that no one will be above the law.

As the investigation continues, authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. The case underscores the need for accountability within security agencies and highlights the importance of proper conduct during operations. The outcome of this probe could have far-reaching implications for how security forces operate in sensitive areas across Nigeria.