The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has verified the collapse of a building in Vidaz Estate, located in the Sabon Lugbe extension area of Abuja.
According to initial reports, many individuals are feared to be trapped under the rubble, sparking concerns over the potential for more casualties.
SP Josephine Adeh, the spokesperson for the FCT police command, shared updates on Sunday, stating, “Preliminary findings indicate that the building had previously been demolished by FCT Authorities due to its presence on illegally acquired land.”
She further explained, “Unfortunately, scavengers had been interfering with the structure, attempting to remove scrap metal from the remnants. This activity compromised the building further, resulting in its eventual collapse.”
As of now, five people have been successfully pulled from the debris, with no reported fatalities. Authorities have urged the public to steer clear of demolished sites and construction zones, emphasizing safety to avoid future incidents.
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