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Terrifying Footage: 7-Storey Building Crumbles in Lagos
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The Lagos government recently published a list of 349 defective buildings that should be assessed for demolition.
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The move was aimed at reducing the spate of building collapse in the state.
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However, a seven-storey building collapsed on Wednesday in Lagos.
Eko Hot Blog reports that a seven-storey building under construction has collapsed in the Banana Island, Ikoyi, area of Lagos State.
The building caved in on Wednesday afternoon when some of the construction workers on site had closed for the day.
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A seven-storey building under construction in Banana Island, Ikoyi area of Lagos State, has collapsed. The building caved in when some of the construction workers on site had closed for the day but some were reportedly injured. pic.twitter.com/8XQmaciKDR
— EkoHotBlog (@ekohotblog) April 12, 2023
However, some of the workers remained and were injured due to the collapse.
The building crashing down
In a statement Wednesday evening, Mukaila Sanusi, the Deputy Director, Public Affairs, Lagos Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, said the building was unapproved.
The ministry spokesperson disclosed that no fatality was recorded but few who sustained injuries are being treated.
“This unfortunate incident happened while casting was being done,” he said.
According to the statement, the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Engr. Tayo Bamgbose-Martins was immediately on site to assess the situation and flag off an investigation.
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“We ask members of the public to remain calm and expect further information from the ministry as we know more,” Sanusi added.
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