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The Digest:

A tragic mining incident has revealed the dangerous intersection of poverty, illegality, and natural forces. According to a statement from the Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, 13 miners have been confirmed dead in a Zamfara mine collapse

Key Points:
  • The Federal Government confirms 13 deaths from a gold mine collapse in Zamfara.
  • The ministry dismissed earlier reports claiming over 100 casualties as inaccurate.
  • The collapse in Jabaka village was triggered by heavy rainfall and illegal mining.
  • At least 15 miners were trapped; two remain trapped with no survivors found so far.
  • Minister Dele Alake described the incident as "avoidable and unfortunate."
  • He blamed illegal miners who ignored safety risks after discovering gold traces.
  • The government vowed to intensify its clampdown using satellite surveillance.
This tragedy underscores the perilous reality of illegal mining, where the desperate pursuit of wealth meets inadequate regulation, with human lives paying the ultimate price.

Sources: Vanguard News