A building undergoing reconstruction collapsed on Saturday along the main road connecting Dugbe to Mokola in Ibadan, the capital city of Oyo State.
According to available information, the collapsed structure had recently been acquired by a fast-growing food brand that intended to convert it into one of its branch locations.
The incident occurred on Saturday, but as of Monday when the report was filed, complete details regarding potential casualties or the extent of damage remained unclear.
The Dugbe-Mokola road is one of the major commercial corridors in Ibadan, connecting two bustling areas of the city. The collapse has raised concerns about building safety standards and construction practices in the area.
This incident adds to a series of building collapses that have occurred in various parts of Nigeria in recent years, often attributed to substandard materials, poor workmanship, or inadequate supervision during construction or renovation works.
Authorities have yet to make official statements regarding the cause of the collapse or whether proper building permits were obtained for the reconstruction work.
BenriNews will provide updates as more information becomes available about this developing situation.
