Panic as pit swallows workers in Kano, many feared dead

Tragedy struck Ridawa village in Kano State on Wednesday after a pit collapsed, reportedly trapping several brick workers underground.

The incident occurred in the early hours of the day in Ghari Local Government Area, where the victims were said to be digging earth for brick-making when the pit suddenly caved in.

Eyewitness accounts indicate that a number of workers were inside the pit at the time of the collapse, leaving many buried beneath the rubble. Fears are mounting that several of the trapped individuals may have lost their lives, while others sustained varying degrees of injuries.

Local residents, alongside emergency responders, have since launched rescue efforts to reach those still trapped. However, as of the time of filing this report, some victims had yet to be rescued, raising concerns about their chances of survival.

A member of the House of Representatives representing the area, Sani Bala, confirmed the incident, stating that about 10 persons were believed to be trapped underground. He called for urgent government intervention to aid rescue operations and prevent further casualties.

Meanwhile, the Public Relations Officer of the Kano State Fire Service, Saminu Abdullahi, said the agency had not yet received an official report regarding the incident.

“We have not received any report on the incident. The Ghari office has not received any report, but as soon as we get details, we will provide updates,” he said.