Nigeria, Jan. 27 -- Four people have been confirmed dead, and several others injured from an explosion at a mining site in Sabon Pegi, Mashegu Local Government Area of Niger State.

The incident occurred on Sunday morning as miners resumed work at the site.

The cause of the explosion remains unclear, but residents of the area suspect it may be linked to the improper handling of explosive devices by the mining company operating at the site.

Community sources confirmed the recovery of four bodies after the explosion, but the exact number of casualties remains unknown, with fears that the death toll may rise.

A resident, Aminu, narrated the incident to journalists: "The explosion occurred just as the miners were resuming work. Everyone is...