One fatality and seven injuries reported. The building was still under construction when it collapsed. Rescue operations are ongoing as investigations begin. A building collapsed in Dutse, Jigawa State, on Monday, killing one person and injuring seven others. The structure, which was under construction at the time, suddenly fell, trapping several workers inside. According to … Read more
A two-story building still under construction at No. 20 Ozuitem Street, Umuahia, the Abia State capital, collapsed on Christmas Day while site workers were off duty. The structure is reported to belong to a “very wealthy” resident of Umuahia. Although the official cause of the collapse is yet to be determined, neighbors have alleged that … Read more
An explosion has struck a three-story block of flats in The Hague, causing a devastating fire and the collapse of several homes in the city’s Tarwekamp area, police have confirmed. The blast occurred around 06:15 local time (05:15 GMT). EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set To Congratulate … Read more
A landlord, Pa Abdullamid Alabi, narrowly escaped death when his house collapsed in the Jegede community of Ibadan, Oyo State, resulting in the tragic loss of 14 lives, including his wife, four grandchildren, and nine psychiatric patients he cared for. The heartbreaking incident occurred on Thursday night, following a thunderstorm that hit the area. Currently … Read more
Ten people lost their lives, and seven others were injured following a building collapse in Ibadan, Oyo State, early Thursday morning. The Oyo State Fire Services Agency reported that the collapse occurred at around 2 a.m. in the Jegede Oluloyo area of Ibadan, within Ona Ara Local Government Area. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘I Feel Sorry For … Read more
At least 40 people are trapped under the rubble of a building that collapsed early Saturday in Sabon Lugbe, Abuja, Federal Capital Territory. As of press time, sympathizers and emergency responders are on-site, working to rescue those still caught beneath the debris. The building, reportedly under construction, collapsed in the early hours, spurring urgent calls … Read more
The Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has identified over 15 distressed buildings in Iponri Estate, Surulere, set for demolition. Occupants of these buildings have been given a two-week notice to evacuate to prevent potential loss of lives and property. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After Two-Week Working Vacation In UK, France NIDCOM Gears … Read more
A two-storey building collapsed on Amusu Street in the Orile Iganmu area of Lagos State, sparking panic among residents. The incident occurred in the early hours of Monday, with nearby residents rushing to safety as the structure caved in. A video circulating online captured the moment the building crumbled. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba … Read more
The Lagos State Government has issued a stern warning about a looming building collapse at the Mopol 20 Barracks in Ikeja. The state’s emergency management agency, LASEMA, is preparing to initiate an urgent evacuation of the old block 3 section of the barracks due to the deteriorating structural integrity. EDITOR’S PICKS Japan’s Next PM Vows … Read more
A storey building housing students of the University of Benin (UNIBEN) collapsed on Saturday morning following heavy rainfall on Ekhator Street, Ekosodin, Benin City, Edo State. The area is primarily known for housing students. EDITOR’S PICKS Japan’s Next PM Vows to Respect BOJ’s Autonomy Insecurity: Stop Hiding Behind Opposition—APC Urges Zamfara Govt Delta Child Rights … Read more
The Kano State Fire Service successfully rescued a woman and her two sons from a collapsed building in the Makwarari area of Kano Municipal Local Government Area on Friday. The incident occurred in a one-storey residential building measuring 30 by 40 feet, which unexpectedly collapsed, trapping the family inside. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For … Read more
A two-storey building under construction in Gujungu town, Jigawa State, collapsed, killing three individuals and injuring four others. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a two-storey building under construction in Gujungu town, Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State, collapsed on Saturday, resulting in the tragic deaths of three individuals. The Public Relations Officer of the Jigawa … Read more
LASEMA confirms three construction workers dead and two rescued following a building collapse in Arowojobe Estate, Lagos. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has confirmed the death of three construction workers following a building collapse in Arowojobe Estate, Maryland. Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, LASEMA’s Permanent Secretary, reported the incident in a … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that four individuals have been rescued alive from the rubble of a collapsed two-storey building located beside Cupid Hotel on Sultan Dansuki Road, Phase 2, Site 2, in the Kubwa area of Bwari Area Council, Abuja. Of those rescued, two have been transported to the Kubwa General Hospital for treatment. The … Read more
Residential building, formerly Al-Hilal Hotel in Abuja’s Kubwa area, partially collapses, trapping residents; emergency response delayed by equipment shortage. Eko Hot Blog reports that in Abuja, a former hotel transformed into residential apartments, adjacent to the well-known Cupid Hotel on Cupid Road (Sultan Dasuki Way) in Kubwa, suffered a partial collapse early Saturday morning, trapping … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has expressed his condolences and shock over the tragic collapse of a school building in Plateau State. Eko Hot Blog had earlier reported that the building which collapsed for reasons yet unknown, reportedly resulted in the deaths of over 22 students. In a statement, Tinubu said he received the news with “profound … Read more
The devastating building collapse which occurred at Saint Academy in Jos, has thus far, resulted in 22 fatalities and 132 injuries. According to the Plateau State Government, the total number of fatalities and injuries stands at 154. Emergency responders are currently conducting search and rescue operations at the scene. Injured students and staff are receiving … Read more
A child was feared dead on Wednesday following the collapse of a building at 10, Cameroon Street in Mushin, Lagos. Eko Hot Blog reports that Seven other residents were reportedly rescued from the rubble by sympathizers. According to a resident, the building collapse occurred after heavy downpours in many parts of Lagos. EDITOR’S PICK: Trump … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a yet-to-be-ascertained number of individuals are believed to have been trapped following the collapse of a two-storey building on Thursday in the Lagos Island area of Lagos, Southwest Nigeria. The incident occurred at No. 15, Iga Iduganran, near the Oba of Lagos’s palace. Editor’s Picks Tension As Masked Gunmen Ambush, … Read more
Tragic collapse of a multi-storey building rocks George, South Africa, claiming the lives of two individuals. Immediate response from rescue teams: 22 individuals successfully extricated and rushed to nearby hospitals. Mayor Leon van Wyk underscores the challenging nature of the rescue operation, emphasizing the need for meticulous efforts. EKO HOT BLOG reports that rescue operations … Read more