A multi-storey building under construction has collapsed at First Avenue, Banana Island, Ikoyi, Lagos. 

The incident occurred at about 6:13 pm on Wednesday while workers were working at the site.

The agency said emergency responders had mobilised to rescue the trapped workers 

“A report of eight Storey building under construction just received at Banana Island. Workers trapped. We are mobilising to respond,” NEMA said. 

In a statement issued on Wednesday by the spokesperson for the ministry of physical planning and urban development, Mukaila Sanusi said approval was not given for the construction of the building. 

He said there were no casualties while injured victims have received medical treatment. 

Mr Sanusi noted that the state’s commissioner of Physical Planning and Urban Development, Tayo Bamgbose-Martins ordered that an investigation be conducted over the approval of the building. 

“An unapproved 7-floor building under construction has collapsed in Banana Island, Lagos State, this evening,” the statement said. 

“Few who sustained injuries are being treated.  There is no fatality. This unfortunate incident happened while casting was being done. 

“The Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development,  Engr. Tayo Bamgbose-Martins was immediately on site to assess the situation and flag- off investigation. 

“We ask members of the public to remain calm and expect further information from the ministry as we know more.”