Toxic Gas Leak in Nigeria Kills Nearly 40 Miners and Injures Others

A toxic gas leak at a mine in Nigeria has killed 37 people and left 26 injured in hospital. Poisonous lead, sulphur, and carbon monoxide were discharged into the shaft, leading to the deaths of miners. The Nigerian government has closed the site and is investigating the incident. Nigeria is working to regulate illegal mining operations in the country to prevent further tragedies.

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