Seven miners have reportedly died after a mining pit collapsed in Kassa community, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The incident occurred around 7pm on Wednesday while the miners were working at the site. They were trapped underground after the ground suddenly gave way.
Residents and fellow miners launched rescue efforts, but the victims were later found dead. Some other people were also reportedly injured in the collapse.
The incident has thrown the community into mourning, with residents calling for urgent government intervention and stronger safety regulations at mining sites to prevent further loss of lives.
