Two-storey building wey dem dey build collapse for Monday afternoon for Egbelu Mgbaraja, Ogbogoro Community, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, Rivers State, kill one person and injure another person serious. Di incident happen around 2 p.m., and na di second building collapse for di area within one week.

Eyewitness Jonathan Obey talk say di building fall down while construction workers dey on top di second floor. One young man wey dem identify as Udeme from Akwa Ibom State die, and another worker wound serious. Obey blame di collapse on use of fake materials, say, “The building’s foundation was for a two-storey structure, yet low-quality rods and insufficient cement were used. The decking lacked a center pillar and beam, which ultimately led to the collapse.”

Rivers State Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Evans Bipi, go di scene, order make dem seal di site, and declare di developer wanted. Bipi condemn di construction practices, say, “We’ve made it clear that if you build without approval, you will face the consequences. This site is sealed, and the developer has been declared wanted. He must answer for using substandard materials that led to the loss of life.” He add say, “This is unacceptable. We must use him as an example.”

For statement wey him media aide, Emeka Idika Kalu, release, Bipi send condolence to di victim family, and talk say dem go keep di body for mortuary make di family fit access am. “This incident must serve as a warning to those building without government approval,” Bipi talk.

Rivers State Commissioner for Special Duties, Samuel Anya, still criticize di developer, talk say, “This is heartbreaking. Not only was the building of poor quality, but it also lacked proper approval. Someone has now paid the price with his life. The owner and engineer responsible must be held accountable as the government prioritizes the safety of lives.”