A devastating incident occurred in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city, on Saturday morning, as a two-storey residential building collapsed, trapping numerous residents under the rubble.
The tragic event has sparked widespread concern and emergency responders are working tirelessly to rescue those affected.
The building, formerly known as Al-Hilal Hotel, located on Cupid Road, beside Cupid Hotel, crumbled to the ground, leaving a trail of destruction and chaos in its wake.
The exact cause of the collapse is yet to be determined, but eyewitnesses report hearing a loud noise before the structure came crashing down.
Emergency responders, including the Nigerian Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Fire Service, swiftly arrived at the scene to commence rescue operations.
At least two individuals have been extracted from the rubble and rushed to a nearby hospital for medical attention. The rescue efforts continue, with hopes of finding more survivors.
The authorities have launched an investigation into the incident to determine the cause of the collapse.
The FCT Minister, Muhammad Bello, has expressed condolences to the families of the victims and promised a thorough investigation.
The incident has raised concerns about building safety and regulation enforcement in the capital city.
The collapse of the residential building in Abuja is a tragic reminder of the importance of prioritizing safety and structural integrity in construction.
Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of those affected, and we hope for a successful rescue operation.
As the investigation unfolds, we expect swift action to ensure such incidents are prevented in the future.
