Tragic events occurred on Friday after a building collapsed in Mgbemena, Coal Camp, Enugu North Local Government Area of Enugu State, killing four siblings.
While visiting the scene of the incident, Hon. Uche Anya, the chairman of the Enugu Capital Territory Development Agency (ECTDA), offered his condolences.
Anya spoke to the tragedy’s death of innocent youngsters as tragic.
Concerned about the fallen building’s unfitness for occupancy, he revealed that the project had been permitted for animal husbandry initially but had been changed to a residential residence.
“We immediately responded to the incident upon receiving the information. Unfortunately, four children lost their lives in this tragic event.
“The construction of this building was irresponsible. It was never meant to be occupied by humans. I urge you to visit the site and witness it for yourselves,” he said.
The ECTDA chairman further emphasized the agency’s commitment to raising public awareness about the importance of living in safe and conducive environments to prevent future incidents like this.