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Wamakko Calls for State of Emergency on Building Expenses
Former REDAN president Dr. Aliyu Wamakko argues that the federal government must address the surging cost of construction materials rather than implementing rent controls to solve Nigeria's housing crisis.
July 31, 2026
Construction worker loses life at Camp Nou stadium site in Barcelona
A 54-year-old worker has died following an accident at the Camp Nou stadium renovation site, prompting an official investigation.
July 24, 2026
Abia State Mandates Geotechnical Testing for All New Construction Projects
Abia State has introduced a mandatory requirement for soil and geotechnical testing before new building permits are issued, following multiple recent building collapses.
July 21, 2026
Yobe State Legislature Moves to Regulate Construction and Urban Planning
The Yobe State House of Assembly is considering a bill to establish an Urban Development and Regional Planning Authority to address haphazard construction and improve infrastructure standards.
July 15, 2026
Multiple fatalities discovered in Brussels elevator shaft following construction site blaze
Authorities in Brussels report that several people have died after a fire spread to elevator shafts in a construction site at the Oxy tower, with six individuals initially listed as missing.
July 14, 2026
One Dead, Seven Hurt Following Partial Collapse at Gombe Assembly Construction Site
A section of the Gombe State House of Assembly construction site collapsed on Friday, leading to one death and seven injuries, prompting an immediate government investigation.
July 11, 2026
Lagos State Issues Warning to Contractors Over Stalled Housing Projects
Lagos State Commissioner for Housing, Moruf Akinderu-Fatai, has threatened to revoke contracts of builders delaying the delivery of government housing projects.
July 1, 2026
Lafarge Africa Rebrands to HBM Nigeria Plc
Lafarge Africa Plc has rebranded to HBM Nigeria Plc, signaling a new strategic direction while maintaining its commitment to Nigeria's infrastructure and industrial development.
June 25, 2026
Lagos State Authorities Remove Unsafe Six-Story Building in Ikoyi
Lagos State officials demolished a six-story building in Ikoyi after inspections revealed severe structural defects, including foundation failure and sinking, that posed an immediate danger.
June 23, 2026