Lawrence Nwimo, Awka
Amawbia, a bustling town in Anambra State has been plunged into mourning following the collapse of a building in the state.
The incident occurred barely weeks after the building collapse at DMGS, Onitsha.
Eyewitnesses said the tragic incident happened at 12 noon on Thursday, leaving many feared dead and several others trapped.
The source said “a two-storey shop building suddenly crumbled, burying numerous vegetable traders beneath the debris.”
It was gathered that one person had been rescued and rushed to Amawbia Maternity Home for urgent medical attention, but many more are believed to be trapped inside the wreckage.
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 in search for survivors amidst the rubble.
The incident has raised questions about the safety of buildings in the area, sparking concerns about potential risks to occupants.
