Gbadebo Rhodes laments over partially collapsed building in Lagos

By Eric Patrick

Labour Party (LP) governorship candidate, at the last 2023 election in Lagos State, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has expressed shock over the tragic building that collapsed in Ikorodu, Lagos killing two children.

Gbadebo took to his verified Twitter account to extend his condolences to the bereaved families.

In his tweep, the Labour Party Candidate in Lagos State also appreciates the rescue workers for their courage, selflessness and dedication. “We are all proud of you”, he said.

Gbdebo Vivour wrote; I’m saddened by the tragic loss of two children in the recent building collapse in Ikorodu, Lagos. We extend our deepest condolences to the bereaved families and stand with them in this time of unimaginable grief. The loss of a child is a wound that never truly heals, a void that no words can fill. Hence, we offer our prayers and unwavering support

Also, I sincerely appreciate the rescue workers for their courage, selflessness and dedication. We are all proud of you.

This tragedy once again underscores the urgent need for stricter regulation on building standards. It is a stark reminder that we can not afford to compromise on safety, and we must hold those who abuse these standards accountable. In the face of this tragedy, we must come together as a community to ensure that such incidents do not recur. We must advocate for stringent building regulations, rigorous inspections, and accountability at every level.

We owe it to the memory of these children. Today, we mourn, but tomorrow, we must act. May their beautiful souls rest in peace.

THEWATCH AFRICA gathered that the building partially failed after a fence collapsed on it around 11.30 am on Saturday at 25, Ajao Street, CWC, by Olainukan Bus stop, Ishawo, Ikorodu.

The deceased children are Rakib Atolagbe, 9 and Abdulwahab Atolagbe, 7.

I’m saddened by the tragic loss of two children in the recent building collapse in Ikorodu, Lagos. We extend our deepest condolences to the bereaved families and stand with them in this time of unimaginable grief. The loss of a child is a wound that never truly heals, a void that… pic.twitter.com/aI12Vsv4AB

— Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour (@GRVlagos) July 23, 2023