Archive · 26 Sep 2025
Nigeria Gold Mine Collapse: Over 100 Feared Dead
In Nigeria, a gold mine collapsed on Thursday, potentially killing over 100 people.
The accident occurred at the Kadauri mining site in Zamfara State, where many miners were working underground.
Rescue operations are underway, but the situation is difficult.
Local residents and the miners' association have confirmed the incident.
Unfortunately, illegal mining is common in the area, which makes mining dangerous.
Some rescuers have also died trying to find survivors.
A gold mine collapsed in Zamfara State, Nigeria.
Over 100 people are feared dead.
The collapse happened at the Kadauri mining site.
Rescue operations are ongoing.
Illegal mining is common in the area.
- Who
- Artisanal miners
- What
- Gold mine pit collapse
- When
- Thursday (collapse), rescue ongoing Friday
- Where
- Kadauri mining site, Maru local government area, Zamfara State, Nigeria
- Why
- Likely related to illegal mining practices
Illegal Mining in Zamfara
Legal Mining Practices
Safety Regulations
Illegal Mining in Zamfara
Lack of safety regulations and enforcement
Legal Mining Practices
Adherence to safety protocols to prevent accidents.
- Casualties
- At least 100 feared dead
- Location
- Kadauri mining site, Maru, Zamfara State, Nigeria
- Incident
- Gold mine pit collapse
- Cause
- Likely related to illegal mining
- Rescue Status
- Ongoing
