A building has collapsed at Eke Amawbia Market in Awka, Anambra State, leaving many feared dead. The tragic incident happened at about 12 noon on Thursday, causing panic in the area. Eyewitnesses report that a two-storey shop building suddenly crumbled, burying numerous vegetable traders beneath the debris.
As of press time, DAILY POST learnt that one person has been rescued and rushed to Amawbia Maternity Home for urgent medical attention, but many more are believed to be trapped inside the wreckage. A large contingent of police officers has arrived at the scene to coordinate rescue efforts and maintain order. Traders, who witnessed the collapse, blamed the disaster on substandard engineering work, alleging that the building's structural integrity had been compromised.
The rescue operation is ongoing, with emergency responders working tirelessly to search for survivors amid the rubble The atmosphere at the market is tense, with onlookers anxiously waiting for news of loved ones feared trapped in the building. The incident has sent shockwaves throughout the community, with many calling for an investigation into the cause of the collapse. Authorities have yet to comment on the incident, but promised to release a statement soon.
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