Over 100 Pupils Feared Killed In Lagos Building Collapse

Over 100 school pupils are feared killed following the collapse of Baden School in Lagos Island.

The school situated at Itafaji Street, near Adeniji Adele was said to have caved in around 10:20am on Wednesday.

The cause of the collapse was yet to be ascertained but The Nation gathered emergency responders have moved to the scene and were evacuating trapped victims.

Many children are reportedly dead while others are trapped as at the time this report was filed.

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According to reports, a primary school is said to be located on the top floor of the building with pupils feared killed and others trapped.

The structure is reported to be a residential building with several apartments.

Emergency and rescue workers are currently at the scene of the incident.

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