An unfortunate incident has occurred in Magod area of Lagos claiming four lives – a mother and her three children.
This mishap occurred on Saturday, October 12, 2019 following the heavy downpour at Isheri, Magodo Phase 1.
According to Femi Oke-Osayintolu, general manager of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), it all happened at 8:00 a.m.
He said some injured victims trapped in the rubble had been rescued and rushed to a hospital while emergency officials were on the ground to ensure safety at the scene.
It's a sad day at No 48, Orisha Water Front, Otun Araromi Street, Magodo Phase 1 where a building collapsed & claimed Four Lives (Mother & 3 Children).
Same day Flood has been tormenting Lagosians, Abraham Adesanya & other Lekki Ajah axis.
May the soul of the departed RIP. pic.twitter.com/jOwsLxVMHA
— Gbemi Dennis™ (@GbemiDennis) October 12, 2019
A building collapsed at 48, Orisha Water Front, Otun Araromi Street, Magodo Phase 1.
The collapse building claimed four lives. The timely response of LASG Rescue Team prevented further loss of lives #LASG #ForAGreaterLagos pic.twitter.com/LJpnGTVjBA— The Lagos State Govt (@followlasg) October 12, 2019