A three-storey building under construction collapsed yesterday evening, 12 September 2025, at 333 Borno Street, Alagomeji, Yaba, Lagos State.
The incident, which occurred at about 8:30 p.m., left several people trapped beneath the rubble. Eyewitness reports varied, with some claiming that six persons were trapped while others said five. Emergency responders rescued four adult men alive and took them to hospital for treatment.
Teams from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, and other first responders quickly mobilised to the scene and launched search and rescue operations.
As of press time, the exact number of persons still trapped remained unconfirmed. Officials cordoned off the site to ensure safety and allow unhindered rescue efforts.
