Niger State Tragedy: 5 Women Killed in Illegal Mining Pit Collapse

At least five women have lost their lives following the collapse of an illegal mining pit in Paikoro Local Government Area of Niger State.

The tragic incident occurred around 6:30 p.m. on Monday in Budu village, Niger State, when the mining site suddenly gave way, trapping the victims beneath the rubble.

According to sources who spoke to Zagazola Malama, the women who lost their lives were identified as Tani Abubakar, who was pregnant, Farida Mustapha, Farida Sule, Khadijat Abdullahi, and Zainab Usman, all from Budu and Panbi villages.

“Security operatives visited the scene, where the victims were exhumed and rushed to the General Hospital, Paiko. Sadly, they were confirmed dead on arrival. Their corpses have been deposited at the hospital for autopsy,” said the sources.

The sources further said that investigations have already begun, while cautioning residents against illegal mining activities that put lives at risk.