2-storey building collapses in Lagos

A two-storey building collapsed early Monday morning in the Orile-Iganmu area of Surulere, Lagos, sending shockwaves through the neighborhood.

The incident occurred at approximately 8 a.m., causing panic as people nearby scrambled for safety.

Footage shared on social media captured the moment the building caved in, highlighting the immediate reactions of residents and bystanders.

Fortunately, according to Nosa Okunbor, head of the public affairs unit at the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), no casualties were reported.

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“LASEMA Response Teams are currently conducting a search and rescue operation at the self-collapsed building located on Amusu Street, Baale Bus Stop, Orile Iganmu,” Okunbor stated. He further confirmed that the agency received the incident report at 08:54 a.m. and emphasized, “No casualties.”

While the cause of the collapse remains unclear, LASEMA assured the public that more details would be provided in the coming hours.

This incident follows a tragic building collapse in July, where three site workers lost their lives at a construction site in the Maryland area of Lagos.

Building collapses are a frequent occurrence in Lagos, Nigeria’s bustling commercial hub, often raising concerns about construction standards and safety regulations in the city.

Authorities continue to investigate the root causes of these incidents in hopes of preventing future disasters.