Six people died in a landslide that occurred at Illela-Kalmalo village of Illela Local Government Area of Sokoto State.
The incident occurred while the victims were excavating sand as part of communal effort to build a for a friend planning to get married.
A witness, Malam Hamza Illela, said that one person escaped unhurt when the site caved in on the victims.
Names of the deceased were given as Bashar Dalhatu, Bashar Maciji, Bashar Buhari, Isah Amadu, Abdullahi Salihu and Bilyaminu Jadi.
Sources in the village said the deceased had been buried according to Islamic rites.
‘‘It is part of our tradition that whoever wants to do first marriage, his friends will gather, excavate soil for him to build his house, beside other assistance.
‘‘It is to reduce the burden on him and enhance existing solidarity in the community.
‘‘Unfortunately, while they were…
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