A state of panic gripped both workers and residents of Asaba as a 20-storey hotel building, currently under construction directly opposite Delta Mall, collapsed on Thursday evening. The incident occurred shortly after the Nigerian Institute of Architects had commenced a two-day event in the city.
As of the time of reporting, specific details regarding the cause of the collapse remained unclear. Furthermore, it was not possible to confirm whether there were any casualties resulting from the incident.
In response to the disaster, the site has been cordoned off by officials from the State Emergency Management Agency and security operatives. Investigations are expected to be launched to determine the causes and consequences of the collapse.
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