Tragedy struck Ridawa village in Ghari Local Government Area of Kano State in the early hours of Wednesday after a pit used for brick-making collapsed, trapping several workers underground.
The victims were reportedly digging earth inside the pit when it suddenly caved in, burying many beneath the rubble.
While the exact number of casualties remains unclear, there are growing fears that several of the trapped workers may have lost their lives, while others sustained varying degrees of injuries.
Local residents and emergency responders have since launched rescue operations, working tirelessly to reach those still trapped.
However, as of the time of filing this report, some victims were yet to be rescued, raising serious concerns about their chances of survival.
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The member representing Ghari/Tsanyawa Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Sani Bala, confirmed the incident, noting that about 10 persons were believed to be trapped.
He called for urgent government intervention to support rescue efforts and prevent further loss of lives.
Meanwhile, the Public Relations Officer of the Kano State Fire Service, Saminu Abdullahi, stated that the agency had not yet received an official report of the incident. He assured that updates would be provided once details are confirmed.
The incident has thrown the community into panic, as families and residents await news on the fate of those still buried beneath the collapsed pit.
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