From Jeff Amechi Agbodo, Onitsha
The senator representing Anambra North Senatorial district, Dr Tony Nwoye, has expressed sadness and concern over the building collapse at Ochanja Market in Onitsha South Local Government area of Anambra State where six persons died.
The senator in a statement condoled with the traders, families and victims over tragedy.
He expressed sadness over the killing many people and injuring of 26 people at Ochanja Market Onitsha.
Senator Nwoye described the disaster as an unfortunate incident and also called for attention by regulatory agencies like Anambra State Building Material Testing Laboratory Agency and Others to always ensure that all property developers comply with the required and applicable standards to avoid similar occurrence in future.
“I have received with shock the news of the collapse of a market building under construction in Ochanja Market Onitsha leading to the death of over 6 persons and several others injured and trapped.
“My heart goes out to families of the casualties and the entire business community over this disastrous and tragic development.
“I urge the government to implement measures to ensure that building projects nationwide meet required standards.
“I extend my condolences to families who lost loved ones and offered prayers for the speedy recovery of the injured and eternal rest for the deceased. As we mourn the dead, I wish those receiving medical attention in hospital quick recovery.
“This unfortunate incident also calls for attention by regulatory agencies like the JMDB, Anambra State Building Material Laboratory Testing Agency and Others to ensure that all property developers comply with the required and applicable standards to avoid similar occurrence in future.
“I am calling on the State and Federal Government to investigate the root cause of the collapse. Anambra State should set up a panel to look into this ugly incident. I am grateful to those involved in rescuing the trapped victims.
“I firmly believe that we can stop or minimise building collapses if we adhere to standards and procedures, using qualified and certified building Engineers and build according to specifications,” Nwoye stated.