TRAGEDY STRIKES SAINT ACADEMY: SCHOOL BUILDING COLLAPSE IN JOS, PLATEAU STATE

 

Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria - July 12, 2024

A devastating tragedy unfolded today as the Saint Academy school building in Jos, Plateau State, collapsed, claiming the lives of at least 15 individuals. Reports indicate that the victims' bodies have been transported to three mortuaries across Jos, underscoring the scale of the disaster.

Emergency response teams have been mobilized, with 77 injured individuals currently receiving urgent medical treatment in hospitals throughout the state capital. The collapse occurred during school hours, trapping students and staff under the debris, prompting a swift and extensive rescue operation.

Authorities, including local government officials and rescue personnel, have been working tirelessly at the scene, attempting to locate any survivors and provide immediate medical assistance to the injured. The incident has plunged the community into shock and mourning, as families await news of their loved ones.

The cause of the building collapse remains under investigation, with initial reports suggesting structural weaknesses may have played a role. Efforts are underway to ascertain the circumstances leading up to this tragic event and prevent similar occurrences in the future.

The state government has issued statements expressing condolences to the families of the deceased and assuring the public that all possible measures will be taken to support the victims and their families during this difficult time.

Local authorities continue to appeal for blood donations and support from the public as the rescue and recovery efforts intensify.