Seven-storey Banana Island building collapses, Lagos probes incident

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A seven-storey building has collapsed inside the luxurious Banana Island in Ikoyi, Lagos State.

The building was said to be under construction when the incident happened.

A statement by the National Emergency Management Agencu said the government was probing the incident, adding that workers “are trapped in the building” and its officials were mobilising the response team to rescue them.

A statement by the Deputy Director,  Public Affairs, Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, Mukaila Sanusi, added that the last floor was unapproved.

“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,” the statement from the spokesman reads.

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