By Sabiu Abdullahi
A tragic incident occurred in Asakio’s main market on Monday afternoon as an old building collapsed, resulting in the deaths of three individuals.
The victims, identified as two women and a child, hailed from the Lafia Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.
The collapse caused immediate chaos, halting all commercial activities within the market.
Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic, with frantic rescue efforts underway to locate survivors trapped under the debris.
Emergency responders were able to rescue two other individuals from the wreckage.
The injured were promptly taken to a nearby hospital, where they are currently receiving treatment.
The disaster has sent shockwaves through the local community, leaving residents in mourning.
Daily Post reports that the incident has had a profound impact on the people of Asakio, highlighting the urgent need for building safety inspections and regulations in the area.