A nine-storey building under construction in Asaba, the capital of Delta State, tragically collapsed on Saturday. One worker lost his life and several others were injured in the incident.
Witnesses reported that the deceased was operating a cement mixer on the ninth floor when the walls suddenly gave way, burying him under the rubble. He died instantly from the collapse.
Local residents expressed concerns about the construction quality and questioned whether the necessary approvals had been obtained before the project began.
In response, the Delta State Government has shut down the construction site and initiated an investigation to determine the cause of the collapse. Michael Anoka, the Commissioner of Urban Renewal, visited the site to assess the situation. He confirmed that a thorough investigation would be conducted and the results would be made public.
This incident is part of a disturbing trend of building collapses in Nigeria. Earlier in the week, a building in Lagos State collapsed, resulting in the deaths of five people. Additionally, a few weeks ago, a section of a school building in Plateau State collapsed, killing many students.
Experts attribute the frequent building collapses in Nigeria to various factors, including poor quality materials, lack of professionalism, and inadequate regulatory oversight.
