Nigeria police fire tear gas at protesters over deaths of 37 miners in custody

Nigerian police have used tear gas to disperse protesters who are demanding justice for 37 miners who died in custody. The protesters are claiming that the miners were killed due to suffocation, contradicting the government's statement that they died from a suspected disease outbreak. This incident has significant implications for Nigeria's human rights record and could impact investor confidence in the country.

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The deaths of 37 miners in custody have sparked protests and unrest in Nigeria. This could lead to further instability and negatively impact investor sentiment.

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