A devastating incident occurred in Abuja, Nigeria, as a four-storey building attached to the Westbrook Hotel collapsed suddenly on Monday night, trapping guests and staff beneath the rubble. The collapse took place in the Garki area of the Federal Capital Territory, leaving many feared trapped.
Eyewitness accounts suggest there may be casualties, with two people already pulled from the debris and rushed to the hospital. However, the emergency responders on the scene have yet to coordinate efficiently for a thorough search and rescue operation.
The Westbrook Hotel, owned by a former governor from the South East region, opened in 2021 and is located at 24 Nkwere Street, Area 11, Garki. The hotel is situated approximately 43.8 kilometers from the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, with nearby landmarks including Jima Plaza and the National Worship Centre.
As the nation grapples with this tragic event, authorities have not yet provided a statement on the cause of the collapse. Social media videos show the aftermath, with pillars and weldings scattered on the ground.
The collapse of the building attached to the Westbrook Hotel has left the community in shock and concern for the well-being of those trapped. As search and rescue efforts continue, the nation stands united in hope for the safe recovery of all affected individuals.
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— SERAH IBRAHIM (@TheSerahIbrahim) July 2, 2024
Four-storey building attached to the Westbrook Hotel, Garki, Abuja has just collapsed.
Guests and many others are reported to be trapped beneath the rubble when a four-storey building attached to the Westbrook Hotel, collapsed suddenly on Monday night.
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