Abuja building collapse

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The recent building collapse in Abuja, Nigeria, has left many people dead and injured. The incident occurred on Tuesday, June 28, 2023, around 11 am, when a seven-story building collapsed in the Gwarinpa area of the city.
Rescue operations are ongoing, but the death toll has risen over 20, and many people are still feared trapped in the rubble. Eyewitnesses say the building was under construction when it suddenly collapsed, trapping workers and passersby underneath.
The cause of the collapse is still under investigation, but experts say it could be due to poor construction standards or heavy rainfall that weakened the building’s foundation.
The incident has sparked outrage and calls for stricter enforcement of building codes in Nigeria. Many people have taken to social media to express their condolences to the victims and their families and to demand accountability from those responsible for the collapse.
The Nigerian government has promised to investigate the incident thoroughly and take appropriate action against those found culpable. President Muhammadu Buhari has also expressed his condolences to the victims and their families and has ordered the relevant authorities to provide all necessary assistance to the rescue efforts.
The building collapse in Abuja is a tragedy that highlights the need for stricter enforcement of building codes and better safety standards in Nigeria. The government must take immediate steps to address this issue and ensure that such incidents do not happen again in the future.