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At least 37 miners die from suspected gas leak at Nigerian mine
military conflicts Feb 19, 2026, 11:14 AM
At least 37 miners die from suspected gas leak at Nigerian mine
  • A mining disaster occurred in Plateau State, Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of at least 37 miners due to a suspected carbon-monoxide leak.
  • The site has been shut down, and investigations are underway to understand the causes of the incident.
  • This incident highlights the frequent accidents in Nigeria's informal mining sector, raising concerns about safety and regulatory oversight.
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Tragedy strikes as 37 miners die from toxic gas in Nigeria
military conflicts Feb 19, 2026, 5:06 AM
Tragedy strikes as 37 miners die from toxic gas in Nigeria
  • At least 37 miners in Nigeria's Plateau state died after inhaling carbon monoxide while working in an abandoned mine.
  • Twenty-five additional miners were hospitalized due to exposure to the toxic gas.
  • The Nigerian government has ordered the immediate closure of mining operations in the affected area to prevent further access and ensure safety.
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Tragic gas leak claims lives of miners in Nigeria
military conflicts Feb 18, 2026, 6:29 PM
Tragic gas leak claims lives of miners in Nigeria
  • At least 33 miners died due to suspected carbon-monoxide poisoning in a mine in Plateau state, Nigeria.
  • The tragedy occurred in poorly ventilated tunnels, with many miners found after completing their night shift.
  • The incident has raised serious concerns over mining safety standards and the need for urgent improvements.
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Seven miners killed in overnight attack in Nigeria
military conflicts Jan 23, 2026, 6:12 PM
Seven miners killed in overnight attack in Nigeria
  • Seven miners were killed overnight at a mining site in Plateau state, Nigeria.
  • The victims were part of a group that stayed at the site despite a ban on night-time mining.
  • The attack reflects ongoing ethno-religious tensions in the region and raises concerns about community safety.
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