BREAKING: Lagos State Government Gives Update On Seven-Storey Building That Collapse In Banana Island

The Lagos State Government has reacted to a seven-storey building under construction on Banana Island, Lagos State, which collapsed in Lagos today.

A press statement released by the ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development said there was no fatality while those who sustained injuries are being treated.

PRESS RELEASE
LASG INVESTIGATING COLLAPSED BUILDING IN BANANA ISLAND

An unapproved 7-floor building under construction has collapsed in Banana Island, Lagos State, this evening.

Few who sustained injuries are being treated.  There is no fatality. This unfortunate incident happened while casting was being done.

The Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development,  Engr. Tayo Bamgbose-Martins was immediately on site to assess the situation and flag- off investigation.

We ask members of the public to remain calm and expect further information from the ministry as we know more.

Mukaila Sanusi
Deputy Director,  Public Affairs