The Director of Naval Information, Capt. Abiodun Folorunsho said that following a distress call on the incident, the navy in a demonstration of unwavering commitment to the protection of lives and support to civil authorities, swiftly mobilized to the scene and joined other emergency responders.
He said that through prompt response, professionalism and dedication, several victims were successfully rescued from the debris and evacuated for urgent medical attention.
He added that the rescued victims were immediately transported to the Nigerian Navy Reference Hospital, Ojo, where they received emergency medical treatment and ongoing care from the hospital’s medical personnel.
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“The Nigerian navy remains committed to ensuring that those affected receive the necessary medical support,” he said.
The director of naval information quoted the Chief of Naval Staff, He extended the navy’s heartfelt sympathy to the families of those affected by the unfortunate incident and wished the injured victims a speedy recovery.
The CNS further reassured Nigerians of the navy’s continued readiness to provide humanitarian assistance and aid to civil authorities whenever called upon in line with its constitutional responsibilities.
Vice Adm. Idi Abbas as commending the courage and professionalism displayed by the rescue team and the medical personnel of the navy hospital.
Abbas also appreciated the cooperation of other emergency response agencies and members of the public whose collective efforts contributed to the successful rescue operation.
Last week, eight people, including a baby, were killed and 26 others rescued after a three-storey building collapsed in the Alakija area of Lagos State.
The building, a shopping complex located on Old Ojo Road near Alakija Bus Stop in Satellite Town, collapsed around 11:40 a.m., trapping an unknown number of occupants beneath the rubble.
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