Teenager, Two Others Killed in Lagos Building Collapse

By Emmanuel Kwada

A devastating building collapse has occurred in Lagos, resulting in the loss of three lives, including a 15-year-old boy and two adult males. The incident happened at Northern Vulture Estate, Chevron Drive, where a two-storey building under construction came crashing down.

According to the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), six others sustained severe injuries and received medical attention.

The agency’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, confirmed that the recovered bodies were handed over to SEHMU officials, while the six rescued victims were treated by emergency responders. The collapsed building has been completely demolished, and search and rescue operations have been concluded.

The collapsed building has been completely demolished, and search and rescue operations have been concluded

As the investigation into the cause of the collapse continues, authorities are working to determine the circumstances that led to this tragic event. The incident has raised concerns about building safety and the need for stricter regulations to prevent such disasters in the future.