- Rescue operation underway
Tragedy struck in Lagos when a three-storey building located in the Alakija axis, Amuwo-Odofin Local Government Area collapsed throwing the entire neighbourhood into panic.
Eyewitnesses believe that several people were trapped under the rubble.
According to reports, the incident occurred unexpectedly and sent shockwaves through the community, as residents and passers-by rushed to the scene in fear of possible casualties and further structural failure.
An eyewitness account stated that the building suddenly collapsed at about 11:40am on Thursday. The incident disrupted normal activities in the neighbourhood, with people fleeing surrounding buildings for safety.
The Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASTMA), Dr. Femi Oke-Osanyintolu, who confirmed the incident, said the rescue mission has begun.
- Update later…