A tragic incident occurred on Thursday morning when a three-storey shopping center at Oluti Bus Stop in Lagos crumbled, resulting in one confirmed fatality and the successful rescue of 15 individuals. Emergency agencies, including the military, fire services, and the Lagos State Building Control Agency, are currently engaged in a massive operation to recover those still trapped under the debris.
Witnesses at the site near Alakija described the sudden chaos, noting that the structure had shown visible signs of decay, including cracks observed just days prior. One local resident mentioned that they had previously warned their employer about the instability of the property two years ago, leading the business owner to vacate the premises. There are reports that the government had previously designated the building for evacuation due to safety concerns.
As rescue teams navigate the rubble, family members of the trapped individuals wait anxiously for updates. While the scene remains somber, the recovery of a young boy alive provided a brief moment of hope for the crowd. All victims, including the deceased and those saved, have been transported to the Navy Town Hospital in Alakija.
