Survey Tripod on Mud in Kano Excavation

Churned brown mud coats the ground within a taped-off excavation zone in Kano. A sturdy metal survey tripod stands firm, its legs sinking slightly into the wet, heavy earth. White string lines stretch taut between wooden stakes, creating geometric paths across the uneven terrain. The sky above offers a flat, white glare typical of noon, casting short, sharp shadows beneath the equipment. Puddles reflect the bright light, against the dark, wet soil. Fine dust mixes with the mud on the tripod's joints. The string lines cut diagonally across the frame, guiding the view toward the distant edge of the pit where the ground rises. One yellow marker flag hangs limp against the gray sky.