A three-storey building under construction at the Alagomeji area of Yaba, Lagos state, has collapsed.
The building collapsed on Friday evening while a yet-to-be
ascertained number of people were inside.
In a statement on Saturday, the National Emergency
Management Agency (NEMA) said four people have been rescued and taken to the
hospital for treatment.
The agency said the exact number of persons trapped in the
building is unknown.
“While eyewitness accounts vary, with some saying six people
were trapped and others reporting five, emergency responders have so far
rescued four adult males alive and taken them to hospital for treatment,” the
statement reads.
“Teams from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA),
Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Lagos State Fire and Rescue
Service, and other responders quickly mobilized to the scene and commenced
search and rescue operations.
“As of press time, the exact number of persons still trapped
remains unconfirmed, but efforts are ongoing to locate and evacuate survivors.
“Emergency officials have cordoned off the site to ensure
safety and smooth rescue operations.
“The search and rescue operation is continuing into the
night with responders assuring that no effort will be spared to save lives.”
In May, three people were rescued from a one-storey building
under construction at Ishaga Road, opposite Idi Araba Central Mosque in Mushin
area of the state.
In April, a three-storey building collapsed in the
Ojodu-Berger area of the state. Thirteen people were rescued, while seven died.
In January, a two-storey building under construction
collapsed in the Ikota, Lekki area of Lagos. Two adult males were confirmed
dead.
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