Seven people have been hospitalised following the collapse of a residential building along Ilesha Road, Ile-Ife, Osun State.
The incident has thrown residents of the neighbourhood into panic, while affected families have appealed for financial and material assistance.
The families appealed to well-meaning Nigerians, philanthropists, political leaders and government authorities to support them in coping with the losses resulting from the incident.
The building reportedly collapsed at about 9.30 pm on Monday, November 9, 2026, two houses away from Hard Rock Guest House in Ife City.
Accounts gathered from residents said an unusual noise resembling the sound of a rapidly deflating object was heard shortly before the building suddenly gave way.
The incident occurred while some occupants were reportedly asleep, while others were preparing to retire for the night.
A resident, recounting the incident, said, “We heard an unusual sound shortly before the building collapsed. It happened suddenly, and everybody around the neighbourhood became confused and frightened.”
The sudden collapse prompted neighbours and other residents to rush to the scene to assist those trapped or injured.
Seven victims, who sustained injuries, were taken to different medical facilities for treatment.
Five of them are reportedly receiving medical attention at Bello Hospital, while two others are being treated at the Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospitals Complex, Ile-Ife.
Although the building suffered extensive structural damage, no death was recorded in the incident. Some other occupants and residents reportedly sustained minor injuries.
One of the affected family members speaking with reporters said, “We thank God that no life was lost in this unfortunate incident. Although people sustained injuries and we have suffered serious losses, we are grateful that the victims are receiving medical attention.”
The families appealed to well-meaning Nigerians, philanthropists, political leaders and stakeholders across Ife land to come to their assistance, saying they needed support to recover from the disaster.
“We are appealing to individuals, organisations and government authorities to come to our aid. We have lost so much, and we need assistance to overcome the situation and rebuild our lives,” another family representative reportedly said.
The families also expressed concern over the reported absence of visits by political leaders in Ife land and representatives of the Osun State Government to the injured victims as of the time of the report.
They urged government officials and political stakeholders to visit the victims, assess their circumstances, and provide the necessary assistance.
Similarly, residents expressed concern over the reported absence of official emergency response personnel and relevant government agencies at the scene following the collapse.
A community member said, “Residents have been left to respond to the situation and assist those affected. We are calling on the relevant authorities to come here, assess the damage and provide the necessary intervention.”
Although the actual cause of the building collapse has not been established, the incident has renewed calls for structural assessments, enforcement of building regulations and regular safety inspections of residential properties.
Osun State Government, emergency management agencies and building-control authorities were urged to visit the affected location, assess the remaining structure and take necessary steps to prevent further danger to residents and neighbouring buildings.
