Tragedy:Several feared trapped as sand pit collapses at brick-making site in Kano

Several brick workers are feared dead after a sand pit used for brick-making collapsed at Ridawa village in Ghari Local Government Area of Kano State on Wednesday.

The incident occurred while labourers were digging a deep excavation site for brick production when the pit suddenly caved in, trapping many beneath the debris.
Eyewitnesses said the collapse caused panic in the community, as fellow workers and residents rushed to the scene to begin rescue efforts.
The member representing Ghari/Tsanyawa Federal Constituency, Sani Bala, said preliminary reports indicated that about 10 persons might be trapped underground. He called for urgent intervention from relevant authorities and appealed for the deployment of specialised rescue equipment to support ongoing operations.
“We need urgent assistance to save those still trapped. The community is doing its best, but professional rescue support is required,” he said.
As of the time of filing this report, rescue efforts were ongoing, with villagers and emergency responders digging through the rubble in an attempt to reach those buried.
However, several victims were yet to be rescued, raising fears that the death toll may increase.
Residents noted that such incidents are not uncommon in rural brick-making sites, where workers often operate in deep pits without adequate safety measures or supervision.