Two children die in building collapse in Lagos

Two siblings were found dead after a building collapsed at No. 25 Ajao Street CWC, near Olainukan Bus Stand, Ikorodu.

Ibrahim Farinloye, National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) Territorial Office Coordinator, confirmed the incident to reporters on Saturday in Lagos.

Mr. Farinloye said the siblings, Rakib Atolagbe, 7, and Mujib Atolagbe, 9, "were trapped when a fence from the house next door fell on their building during the heavy downpour on Saturday".

READ ALSO:

He said the incident happened around 11:30 a.m.

"It is very unfortunate that no distress calls were properly routed to those whose responsibility it is to save lives at the right time.

"Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) officials are currently on the ground to assess the situation.

"May the Almighty forgive the deceased and console their parents," Mr. Farinloye said.

(NAN)

Support PREMIUM TIMES integrity and credibility journalism Good journalism is very expensive. Yet only good journalism can guarantee the possibility of a good society, an accountable democracy and a transparent government. For free and continued access to the best investigative journalism in the country, we ask that you consider your modest support of this noble endeavour. By contributing to PREMIUM TIMES, you are helping to keep relevant journalism alive and ensuring that it remains free and accessible to everyone. Give [embedded content]

TEXT ANNOUNCEMENT: Call Willie - +2348098788999