Authorities have recovered four more bodies from the mining pit that collapsed in Galkogo, Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State over 2 months ago. The mining site managed by the African Minerals and Logistics Limited collapsed on June 3, 2024, trapping many miners. According to the District Head of Galadima-Kogo, Mallam Umar Aliyu, four
Bandits Frustrate Rescue Operations for Trapped Miners After Mine Collapse
Rescue efforts for approximately 30 artisanal miners trapped in a collapsed mining pit in Niger state, Nigeria, have been hindered by threats from armed bandits. The incident occurred on Sunday in the village of Galkogo, Shiroro district, where the miners were working for a local company. Abdullahi Baba Ara, head of the Niger State Relief