Many Feared Trapped As 7-storey Building Collapses ln Lagos

A seven-storey building has collapsed in the Banana Island area of Lagos State on Wednesday, with some people feared trapped.

Prime Business Africa gathered that the building which was still under construction caved in on Wednesday evening.

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) in Lagos, confirmed the incident in a brief statement on Wednesday evening.

“A report of a storey building under construction was just received at Banana Island. Workers trapped. We are mobilising to respond,” the statement reads.

READ ALSO How To Tackle Building Collapse In Nigeria, By Engr Ezenta

According to reports, the Lagos State Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development stated only a few people sustained injuries as there was no fatality.

Victor Ezeja

Correspondent at Prime Business Africa | + posts

Victor Ezeja is a passionate journalist with six years of experience writing on economy, politics and energy. He holds a Masters degree in Mass Communication.

• How Hunger Stampede In 3 Nigerian Cities Claimed 70 Lives In 48 Hours 
• Black Market Dollar (USD) To Naira (NGN) Exchange Rate Today, 22nd December 2024
• Video Of Chaotic Boarding Scene Designed To Mislead Flying Public - Air Peace 
• Competition Sets In As NNPCL, Like Dangote Refinery, Slashes Petrol Price