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Building Collapse Kills Construction Worker In Lagos

A 45-year-old labourer, Nwanneka Ogbonaya has reportedly lost his life after some blocks fell on him at a construction site in Lagos State.

Confirming the incident, Lagos Police command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, told journalists on Monday in Lagos that the incident happened on Friday at 4:30 p.m. at Opebi in Ikeja.

Mr Hundeyin said that the elder brother of the deceased reported the case.

According to him, Mr Ogbonaya worked at a construction site where the old building was being demolished to make way for a new structure.

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“The blocks suddenly collapsed on him and led to body injuries and unconsciousness.

“He was rushed to the Lagos State Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) where the doctor on duty confirmed him dead,” Mr Hundeyin said.

He added that investigation into the case was still ongoing.
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