A seven-storey building situated inside the luxurious Banana Island in Lagos State has collapsed.
The building, sources said, is Joe Faraday’s site with ongoing construction works inside it.
It is unsure what triggered the collapse, concreting was ongoing on the sixth floor before the collapse.
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A terse statement by NEMA said workers are trapped in the building and its officials are mobilising the response team to rescue the trapped victims.
Meanwhile, a statement by Mukaila Sanusi, Deputy Director, Public Affairs, Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development said an unapproved 7-floor building under construction has collapsed in Banana Island, Lagos State, this evening.
“Few who sustained injuries are being treated. There is no fatality. This unfortunate incident happened while casting was being done.
“The Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Engr. Tayo Bamgbose-Martins was immediately on site to assess the situation and flag- off investigation.
“We ask members of the public to remain calm and expect further information from the ministry as we know more.”
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