By Opeyemi Adelakun
A three-storey building collapsed in the Alakija area of Lagos on Thursday, leaving an unknown number of people trapped beneath the rubble.
The incident occurred at about 11:40 a.m., according to eyewitnesses who were at the scene when the structure suddenly gave way.
Residents and passersby were thrown into panic as the building came crashing down, with fears that several occupants may still be trapped inside.
Witnesses said efforts were initially made by locals to assist victims while awaiting the arrival of emergency responders.
As of the time of filing this report, rescue agencies had yet to reach the scene, while concerned residents gathered around the collapsed structure hoping for the safe recovery of those trapped.
The cause of the collapse was not immediately known.
Authorities are expected to begin rescue operations and investigations to determine what led to the incident.
More details later.
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