Building collapse: Govt seals property, warns developers against use of substandard materials

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                 Engineer Chukwu


Following the reported collapse of an ongoing  two-storey building at Area 5  Extension Umuguma in Owerri West LGA, Imo State Capital on Wednesday, Imo State Government through Owerri Capital Development Authority,(OCDA) has sealed up the property.


Speaking at site of the collapsed building,the OCDA General Manager Engr. Francis Chukwu confirmed that nine victims who were trapped in the collapsed building were rescued successfully.


He however expressed displeasure over the building collapse, pointing out that indepth investigation will be carried out to ascertain the immediate and remote causes of the mishap.


Engineer Chukwu directed the owner and contractor handling the building, who were not present during the inspection visit, to report to the Agency with immediate effect, the OCDA helmsman warned developers against the use of substandard materials in building activities.


Engr. Chukwu went further to inspect other buildings around the area and directed the owners to report to the Agency for recertification pointing out that the vibration of the collapsed Building can pose some effects on the existing buildings hence the urgent need for the buildings to be recertified.


Recounting his ordeal, one of the survivors, Mr. Eke Martins narrated how he and his family escaped from the building collapse, stating that the unfortunate incident happened  in the early morning hours.

He said he managed to escape with his family members numbering eight, though their last child  sustained  injuries and was rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment.


    

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