The Lagos State Government has ordered the arrest of the developer and building professionals working on the storey building that collapsed in Lagos on Sunday. According to the state government, they are liable for disregarding planning laws. The building collapsed in the early hours of Sunday in Lekki, Lagos State. Two bodies were recovered from the rubble while at least six persons were said to be trapped.
Lagos Government Launches Manhunt For Developer, Building Professionals Working On Collapsed 7-Storey BuildingAccording to the state government, they are liable for disregarding planning laws.
The Lagos State Government has ordered the arrest of the developer and building professionals working on the storey building that collapsed in Lagos on Sunday. The building collapsed in the early hours of Sunday in Lekki, Lagos State.However, a statement issued by the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development said the government had ordered the arrest of the developer and other building professionals involved.
"He noted that while the State Government was investigating the circumstances surrounding the collapse, the police had started a manhunt for the developer and all professionals involved in the project such as architects, builders or engineers who are on the project.
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