A multi-storey student hostel reportedly crashed on Sunday night in Oko, Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State, leaving several occupants feared trapped beneath the rubble.
The building, identified by reports as a student lodge located near the Federal Polytechnic Oko community, reportedly came down after a loud bang was heard, sending residents and students rushing to the scene in panic.
Rescue efforts began immediately, with emergency responders, local residents and students working together to clear debris after cries for help were reportedly heard from beneath the wreckage.
Videos circulating on social media showed volunteers and rescue personnel combing through the rubble in a desperate search for survivors.
As of the time of filing this report, authorities had yet to confirm the number of people trapped, injured or killed, while the cause of the building crash remained unknown. Search-and-rescue operations were still ongoing, and no official statement had been issued by the Anambra State Government on the incident. More details are expected as investigations continue.