A seven-story building under construction has collapsed in Banana Island, Ikoyi area of Lagos State.
The unfornute event occurred on Wednesday around past 3 pm.
It was gathered by a major news outlet that the building succumbed when some of the construction workers on site had closed for the day.
Whilst, Some of the construction workers on the site were however injured as a result of the collapse.
The spokesperson for the Lagos Fire Service and Rescue Service, Amodu Shakiri, confirmed the unfortunate incident.
He said, “We got a call at around 3:58 pm. We are currently trying to ascertain the claim that no one was under the rubble.”
Meanwhile, the state government has said it was investigating the incident.
They made it clear that the building was unapproved and that the collapse occurred when casting was being done.
In an announcement by Mukaila Sanusi, Deputy Director, Public Affairs, Lagos State government said: “An unapproved seven-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.”
