A three-storey building under construction collapsed on Friday night, September 12, 2025, at 333 Borno Street, Alagomeji, Yaba, Lagos State, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed.

According to a statement posted on NEMA’s official X handle on Saturday, the building gave way at around 8:30 pm, leaving several people trapped beneath the rubble.

Rescue Efforts Underway

Eyewitness accounts differed, with some claiming that six people were trapped and others reporting five victims. However, emergency responders have so far rescued four adult males alive, who were immediately taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.

NEMA noted that the exact number of persons still trapped remains unclear, but operations are ongoing to locate and evacuate any survivors.

Agencies on the Ground

Teams from:

• NEMA

• Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA)

• Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service

• Other first responders

…quickly mobilised to the scene to commence search and rescue operations.

Authorities have cordoned off the site to ensure safety and allow emergency crews to work without interference.

Background

Building collapses remain a recurring safety concern in Lagos, often linked to structural defects, poor construction practices, and non-compliance with regulations. The Yaba incident has once again raised questions about the enforcement of building standards in the state.