Lagos Building Collapse Death Toll Rises to Nine

On Thursday, a three-storey building collapsed in the Alakija area of Lagos, resulting in a tragic increase in the death toll to nine, including eight fatalities. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) reported that rescue operations are ongoing, with a total of 26 people rescued alive, including a baby girl.

The incident occurred at approximately 11:37 AM on Ojo Road, near the Badagry Expressway. Dr.

Olufemi Okosanyintolu, the Permanent Secretary in charge of LASEMA, provided updates on the situation, emphasizing the need for a multi-agency response to manage the emergency effectively. The rescue efforts involve various organizations, including LASEMA, the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, the Federal Fire Service, the Nigerian Police Force, the Nigerian Navy, the Lagos Neighbourhood Safety Corps, and the Nigerian Red Cross Society.

Heavy-duty equipment, including excavators, has been deployed to assist in the rescue operations, which are focused on extricating anyone trapped under the rubble. The public has been advised to remain calm and avoid the scene to allow emergency responders to carry out their life-saving operations.