Tragedy in Nigeria: 22 pupils die in school building collapse

Tragedy in Nigeria: 22 pupils die in school building collapse

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12. July 2024, 11:50 pm

The consequences of a tragic misfortune hit the heart of the community when a school building in northern Nigeria collapses and at least 22 people lose their lives. Most victims are children who were caught in the rubble during class. (To dpa: "At least 22 deaths after collapse of school in Nigeria") Photo: AP/dpa

The accident occurred in the Saint Academy Secondary School in Jos, where pupils and teachers were affected. A tragedy that illustrates the fragility of the educational institutions in Nigeria.

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According to the authorities in Plateau, 132 injuries were brought to surrounding hospitals, while rescue teams were still looking for possible survivors under the ruins.

The collapse of the building was in the middle of persistent rainfall, which contributed to structural weaknesses. A thorough investigation should now clarify the exact causes of the accident while the community mourns its losses.

It is another sad chapter in the history of buildings in Nigeria, which are caused by neglect, corruption and incorrect construction. A wake -up call to rethink the security standards and to improve the protective measures for the population.

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- Nag