Seven people have been injured and hospitalised after a residential building collapsed along Ilesha Road in Ile-Ife, Osun State.
The incident reportedly happened around 9:30 pm on Monday, November 9, 2026, two buildings away from Hard Rock Guest House in Ife City.
Residents said they heard an unusual sound shortly before the structure suddenly collapsed, causing panic across the neighbourhood.
Following the incident, neighbours rushed to the scene to rescue affected occupants and assist those who sustained injuries.
The seven victims were taken to different hospitals for treatment. Five are receiving medical attention at Bello Hospital, while the remaining two were taken to the Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospitals Complex (OAUTHC), Ile-Ife.
No death was recorded, although the building suffered extensive damage. Some other occupants and residents reportedly sustained minor injuries.
Members of the affected families have appealed to well-meaning Nigerians, philanthropists, political leaders and government authorities for financial and material assistance to help them recover from their losses.
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They also expressed concern over the alleged absence of government officials and political representatives from the area since the incident occurred.
Residents equally called on relevant emergency agencies and building-control authorities to visit the scene, assess the damage and provide necessary assistance.
Although the cause of the collapse remains unknown, the incident has renewed calls for proper building inspections and stricter enforcement of construction regulations to prevent similar disasters.
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