WATCH THE MOMENT EIGHT STOREY BUILDING COLLAPSED IN LEKKI [VIDEO]

On Banana Island in Lagos, an eight-story building collapsed, trapping several people within

The island is an artificial island off the coast of Ikoyi, Lagos, and is one of the most expensive places to reside in Africa. The upscale island's name stems from the curve of its shape.

The building that collapsed on Wednesday was under construction, according to reports.

But, at the time of reporting this story, the number of people trapped under the rubble could not be determined.

But, at the time of reporting this story, the number of people trapped under the rubble could not be determined.

Mr Ibrahim Farinloye, Acting Coordinator, National Emergency Management Agency, South-West Zonal Office, confirmed the development to SaharaReporters on Wednesday evening but said he and his team were on their way there.

"We are on our way there so there is no information for now. However, I will give you an update later," he said

Building collapses are widespread in Lagos, one of Africa's most populous cities.

A 21-story building on Gerard Road in Ikoyi, Lagos State, collapsed on November 1, 2021.

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