A three-storey building under construction has collapsed in the Yaba area of Lagos State, trapping several people under the rubble.
The incident occurred on Friday night at 333 Borno Street, Alagomeji, according to the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA).
In a statement released Saturday via its official X handle, NEMA confirmed that four adult males had been rescued alive and taken to hospital for treatment.
“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,” the agency said.
Search and Rescue Ongoing
Rescue efforts are being coordinated by NEMA, the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, and other first responders.
The agency added that the exact number of people still trapped remains unconfirmed, stressing that operations will continue until all survivors are accounted for.
“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,” the statement read.
Recurring Tragedy
The Yaba collapse is the latest in a string of building failures in Lagos and across Nigeria. Experts and civil society groups link the recurring incidents to substandard construction materials, poor engineering practices, and weak regulatory oversight.
Data from the Lagos State Government shows that dozens of buildings collapse annually, leaving behind deaths, injuries, and displaced families.
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