At least 5 people are confirmed dead and 10 others pulled out alive after a 3-storey building under construction collapsed in Durumi 3, near Gudu Market, on Saturday May 16, 2026.
The collapse happened around Gaduwa Estate in the Gudu district. Rescue teams are still on site digging through the rubble for more people believed to be trapped.
FCT Health Services and Environment Secretary Dr. Adedolapo Fasawe was at the scene and said FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has ordered free medical treatment for all casualties.
The Federal Fire Service, health workers, security agencies and local volunteers are carrying out search-and-rescue operations as anxious residents gather around the site.
Authorities have not yet said what caused the collapse. Investigations are expected once rescue work wraps up.
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