Four injured as part of 60-year-old building collapses in Rivers

Four individuals were injured when a portion of a historic two-story edifice collapsed in the Old Port Harcourt Township region of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Friday night. The structure, situated at No. 18 Club Road, is recognized as one of the oldest buildings in the neighborhood, having been standing for over 60 years. An eyewitness, who spoke anonymously, reported that the parapet of the second floor dislodged from the main building and fell onto the ground floor, where revelers were congregating at a bar.

According to the witness, three people, including a woman, were initially reported injured, but no fatalities were recorded. The eyewitness observed, "There was confusion because nobody expected that sort of thing. About three or four persons were injured in the incident, especially a lady who sustained injuries from parts of her head to one of her ears.

My brother, you can see for yourself that it is a very old building." The building's occupants had evacuated the premises following the incident, fearing entrapment if the entire structure were to collapse. The Rivers State Ministry of Urban Development and Physical Planning has directed the building's occupants to vacate for their safety and cautioned residents against residing in similarly aged structures.

The ministry's spokesperson, Isabella Ibim, confirmed the commissioner's directive after personally inspecting the scene. The Rivers State Police Command also confirmed the incident and the number of injured persons, stating that an investigation was underway.