Baby rescued from soakaway in Minna

On October 21, 2026, residents of Maitumbi in Minna, the capital of Niger State, rescued a newborn baby who had been abandoned in a soakaway (septic pit). The incident drew attention from the local community as they worked together to save the infant's life.

The baby was found by residents who heard cries coming from the soakaway. They quickly mobilized to retrieve the child, who was reported to be in critical condition but alive. Local officials and witnesses expressed shock at the incident, emphasizing the need for increased awareness and support for vulnerable individuals. The current situation remains tense as authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding the abandonment of the child.

Reported by The Nation.