Date: 2017-08-18

A four-storey building under construction this morning carved in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital.

The partial collapsed building located at Sulu-Gambari road is allegedly owned by a former member of House of Representatives.

The building which is believed to be an hotel collapsed from the back side.

The incident occurred at about 10am and no life was lost in the incident but three workers injured workers were rushed to an undisclosed hospital.

In an interview, the State Secretary, Nigerian Institute of Builders, Mr. Maruf Ahmed explained that Architects, Builders, Engineers and the State Town Planning and Development Authority had earlier visited the building for assessment following a partial collapsed of the building sometimes ago and submitted report.

According to him, the collapsed could be attributable to poor workmanship and sub-standard materials.

Confirming the incident, the State Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Ajayi Okasanmi said no life was lost and warned members of the public to stay clear of the building.

Speaking in the same vein, the State Public Relations Officer, Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Mr. Henry Bilesanmi said the Corps is already cordoning off the place and adjoining buildings to ensure that no life is lost.