The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed that one person died following the collapse of a two-storey building under construction in the Mushin area of Lagos State.
The tragic incident occurred on Sunday, May 18, 2025, along Ishaga Road, directly opposite the Central Mosque in Idi Araba, Mushin. Mr. Ibrahim Farinloye, the Coordinator of NEMA’s Lagos Territorial Office, made the confirmation during a media briefing on Monday.
“So far, one person has been confirmed dead, while three others have been rescued alive,” Farinloye stated. He added that search and rescue operations are still ongoing, as emergency personnel continue to clear the rubble in search of any trapped victims.
The building, which was still under construction at the time of its collapse, has raised further concerns about structural integrity and the enforcement of building regulations in Lagos. Cases of building collapses in the city have remained a recurring challenge, often attributed to substandard materials, poor engineering practices, and lack of government oversight.
Residents in the area have also called for a thorough investigation into the cause of the collapse and for sanctions against those responsible. The Lagos State Government is yet to issue an official statement as of press time.
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