Panic gripped the Oko community in Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State late Sunday after a student hostel reportedly collapsed, leaving several occupants feared trapped beneath the rubble.
Eyewitnesses said a loud bang was heard moments before the multi-storey building gave way, sending students and residents rushing to the scene in confusion and fear.
“We heard a loud bang, and within seconds people were screaming for help. Everyone rushed out to see what had happened,” an eyewitness said.
Videos and photos circulating on social media showed a large crowd gathered around the collapsed structure as residents, students and emergency responders launched frantic rescue efforts. Local volunteers were also seen assisting in clearing debris in a bid to locate survivors.
As of the time of filing this report, authorities had yet to confirm the number of people trapped, injured or killed in the incident. The cause of the collapse also remains unknown.
Emergency personnel are continuing search-and-rescue operations, while officials are expected to provide further updates as investigations into the incident get underway.
This is a developing story, and more details will be provided as they become available.
(The Sun)