Several people were feared trapped on Thursday after a three-storey building collapsed in the Alakija area of Lagos State, creating panic among residents and passersby in the community.
The incident occurred at about 11:40 a.m., according to information gathered from the area. As of the time the collapse was reported, the exact number of people trapped beneath the rubble had not been confirmed.
Residents and bystanders quickly gathered around the scene shortly after the building came down, with many expressing concern over the fate of those believed to be inside the structure when it collapsed. Witnesses said efforts were being made by people in the area to assess the situation while waiting for the arrival of emergency responders.
At the time of reporting, rescue officials and emergency agencies had not yet reached the location, leaving anxious residents hoping for a swift response to begin search and rescue operations.
Details regarding possible casualties or injuries were not immediately available, while the cause of the collapse also remained unknown.
Authorities are expected to commence rescue efforts and carry out further investigations to determine what led to the incident. More information is expected to emerge as rescue operations progress and officials account for those feared trapped beneath the debris.