LASEMA Dismisses False Report of Fresh Building Collapse in Lagos

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has debunked reports circulating on social media claiming that another building collapsed in the Alakija area of Lagos, describing the information as false and misleading. The agency urged residents to verify emergency-related reports before sharing them to avoid unnecessary panic.

LASEMA Permanent Secretary, Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, said the agency immediately deployed emergency responders to the reported location after receiving the alert. Following a comprehensive assessment of the area, officials confirmed that there was no evidence of any fresh building collapse.

The agency warned that the spread of false emergency reports diverts critical resources and personnel away from genuine incidents where lives may be at risk. It appealed to members of the public to report emergencies through official channels and allow first responders to verify incidents before information is widely circulated.

LASEMA reaffirmed its commitment to protecting lives and property through prompt and coordinated emergency response, adding that all emergency agencies in Lagos remain on alert to respond swiftly to verified incidents across the state.

The clarification comes just days after a genuine building collapse in the Alakija area claimed nine lives and left dozens injured, making the circulation of false reports particularly concerning for emergency responders and residents alike.