Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Mr. Ahmed Dangiwa, has directed an immediate and comprehensive investigation to ascertain the cause of the collapse of the Saint Academy School building in the Busa Buji area of Plateau State on Friday,
A statement by the Minister described the collapse as yet another unfortunate tragedy for the nation due to the negligence and unscrupulous behavior of certain individuals during the construction process.
“Unfortunately, the issue of building collapse has once again reared its ugly head in our nation. This is unacceptable because every time something like this happens, there’s a mother or father who has lost a child, a child who has lost a parent, or an individual who has lost a sibling or friend”. The minister stated.
The statement gives an assurance that anyone found wanting in the cause of the incident would be brought to book.
It further reiterates its committed to ensuring that the incidence of building collapse is prevented in the future by collaborating with relevant agencies to enforce building standards and regulations in the country.
The statement expresses condolence to the family of the victims and prays God gives them the fortitude to bear the loss.
Dangiwa emphasized the ministry’s commitment to preventing future collapses by enforcing building standards and regulations, and gave the assurance that the investigation would be thorough, and that those found culpable would face prosecution.
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