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The bodies of two siblings who got trapped under rubble in Ishawo, Ikorodu area of Lagos State, following collapse of a fence on their room amid heavy Saturday’s downpour, have been recovered.
The children identified as Rakib Atolagbe (9 years) and Mujib Atolagbe (7 years), were trapped in the rubble.
The Nation learnt first responders had battled to save the lives of two children.
The tragic incident occured at 25 Alao Street, Olainukan, Ishawo, Ikorodu.
Confirming the incident, a statement issued by the Acting Coordinator of the Southwest Zonal Office of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) said: This is to confirm the recovery of 2 children that were trapped in a partial building that collapsed at about 11: 30 a.m. this morning at 25, Alao Street, CWC, by Olainukan Bus-stop, Ishawo, Ikorodu.
“The children Rakib Atolagbe, 9 years and Mujib Atolagbe 7 years were trapped when fence from the neighbouring house fell on their building during the day’s heavy downpour.
“It was very unfortunate that distressed calls were not properly channeled to those whose responsibility was to save the lives of their children at the right time.
“The Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) are presently on ground to assess the situation. May almighty forgive the deceased and console the parents.”
Peoplesmind
