In a dramatic turn of events, a five-storey building under construction at the Dennis Memorial Grammar School in Onitsha, Anambra State, tragically collapsed. The building, which was being constructed by the Anglican School, had nearly reached completion when it suddenly collapsed at approximately 7:15 am on Wednesday.
Fortunately, there were no reported casualties in the incident. However, a source within the school, speaking anonymously, disclosed that the school had invested a substantial amount of funds into the construction of the building.
The collapse has raised concerns about the safety standards of construction projects in the area and has prompted questions about the structural integrity of the building.
According to the source, the collapse of the building started from the top floor, gradually caving in until the entire structure came crashing down. Despite the alarming situation, there was no immediate danger to the students as the hostel was located at a safe distance from the building site, which helped avert a potential disaster.
Describing the sequence of events, the source explained how the building’s collapse unfolded, raising concerns about the construction quality and safety standards. The fact that the students’ hostel was not in close proximity to the failed structure played a crucial role in preventing any casualties or injuries.
