A three-storey building located in the Alakija axis of Lagos State has collapsed, causing panic and confusion among residents of the area.
As gathered, the incident occurred unexpectedly and sent shockwaves through the community, as residents and passers-by rushed to the scene in fear of possible casualties and further structural failure.
According to eyewitnesses, the sudden collapse, which reportedly occurred at about 11:40 a.m. on Thursday, disrupted normal activities in the neighbourhood, with people fleeing surrounding buildings for safety.
While the extent of the damage and reports on whether the building was occupied at the time remain unclear, a source from the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, contacted by The Guild for confirmation, said the agency has responded to the incident and is actively managing the situation.”
As of the time of filing this report, the cause of the collapse had not been officially determined, while authorities were expected to begin an assessment to establish whether any occupants were trapped under the rubble and to investigate possible structural or regulatory lapses.
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