# Building collapses during demolition in Nigeria

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/building-collapses-during-demolition-in-nigeria
> Updated: 2026-09-30T10:04:12.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Fatalities have been reported during demolition activities in different Nigerian states.

In Lagos, a two-storey building collapsed during manual demolition in the Aboru area of Alimosho. The incident resulted in the death of one adult male, while two others were rescued and transported to a medical facility. Following the event, the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) advised property owners to use certified professionals and adhere to safety protocols.

In Anambra State, a 25-year-old worker died when a section of an old structure caved in during demolition work in Otolo-Nnewi. Local police have cordoned off the area and initiated an investigation, with the Commissioner of Police ordering a probe to determine responsibility for the collapse.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-30: Anambra building collapse kills worker during demolition

A 25-year-old worker died in Anambra State after a section of an old building collapsed during demolition work in Otolo-Nnewi. Police are investigating the incident.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/anambra-building-collapse-kills-worker-during-demolition

### 2026-09-10: Lagos building collapse kills one during manual demolition

One person died and two others were injured after a two-storey building collapsed during manual demolition in Aboru, Lagos, early Thursday morning.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lagos-building-collapse-kills-one-during-manual-demolition

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