Police confirm Abuja building collapse, 5 rescued, no fatalities
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has reported the rescue of five individuals from a collapsed building in Vidaz Estate, Sabon Lugbe extension, Abuja.
Police spokesperson SP Josephine Adeh disclosed in a statement that the incident occurred on Saturday, and no fatalities were recorded. According to Adeh, the building had previously been demolished by FCT authorities due to its location in an illegally acquired area. However, scavengers tampering with the remnants for scrap metal weakened the structure further, leading to its secondary collapse.
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The police have urged the public to respect boundaries around demolished structures and construction sites to prevent similar incidents.
Adeh emphasized, “The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has confirmed the collapse of a building in Vidaz Estate, within the Sabon Lugbe extension, FCT. Preliminary investigations reveal that the building was previously demolished by the FCT Authorities due to its location in an illegally acquired area. The structure was further compromised by scavengers tampering with it for scrap metal, leading to its secondary collapse.”
She added, “A total of five individuals were successfully rescued from the debris, and there were no reported fatalities. In light of this incident, the public is urged to respect boundaries around demolished structures and construction sites to ensure safety and prevent similar occurrences in the future.”
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