KANO: Three children killed, two injured in building collapse

Reports indicate that a 15-year-old girl is still trapped beneath the debris, while her parents have been rescued and are receiving medical care.

Local sources state that the building was home to a family of six, who were asleep when the structure collapsed. The incident is believed to have been caused by a landslide triggered by recent heavy rainfall in the area.

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) confirmed this information today.

“Our hearts are heavy with sorrow as we report that three children have lost their lives in this tragic accident,” stated Nura Abdullahi, NEMA Territorial Coordinator.

“We are working tirelessly to rescue the girl still trapped and provide support to the surviving family members.”

The parents of the deceased children, identified as Mr. and Mrs. Aliyu Mine, were rescued alive and are currently hospitalized.

Loveday Okoh, a relative of the family, expressed relief that the parents were found alive but mourned the loss of the children.

“It’s devastating. We are grateful for the rescue efforts, but the pain of losing these young lives is unbearable,” Okoh remarked.

Rescue operations have been spearheaded by NEMA, the Red Cross, and the Nigerian Police.

The Executive Secretary of the Red Cross, Musa Abdullahi, commended the coordinated efforts of the teams involved.

“Our teams have been on the ground since the incident, working under challenging conditions to save lives and provide assistance,” Abdullahi stated.

Additionally, Ibrahim Abdullahi, Managing Director of the Kano State Urban Planning Development Authority, highlighted the broader implications of the disaster.

“This incident underscores the critical need for stringent building safety regulations and improved urban planning,” Abdullahi noted.

“We must learn from this tragedy to prevent future occurrences and ensure the safety of our communities.”

As rescue teams continue their efforts, the community remains anxious, awaiting further updates.