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Breaking: 7-storey building collapses in Lagos

A seven-storey building under construction has collapsed in Banana Island, Lagos State.

It was gathered that no life was lost in the incident which occurred on Wednesday evening.

Confirming the incident, the Deputy Director, Public Affairs, Lagos State Physical Planning and Urban Development, Mukaila Sanusi, said those injured are receiving treatment.

Sanusi noted: “An unapproved 7-floor building under construction has collapsed in Banana Island, Lagos State, this evening.

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“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 Star

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