On Tuesday, June 3, 2025, a tragic incident occurred in Yardoka village, Kaduna State, where eleven children, aged between four and nine, were buried alive while excavating sand for making mud bricks. The pit collapsed on them, leading to their untimely deaths. Seven other children were injured and are currently receiving treatment in the hospital. The children were from an informal madrassa, or Islamic religious school, which are common in predominantly Muslim northern Nigeria.
This incident has raised concerns about child labor practices in the region. Police are investigating whether the children were recruited to work, which would be considered child labor.
The Kaduna State Police Command has initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collapse. Authorities are also examining the broader issues of child labor and safety regulations in informal work settings.
This tragedy highlights the urgent need for stricter enforcement of child labor laws and improved safety measures in informal work environments.
For more detailed information, you can refer to the report by Jacaranda FM:
