Seven residents were hospitalised after a residential building collapsed on Ilesha Road in Ile‑Ifẹ, Osun State, on Monday 9 November 2026 at about 9.30 pm. The collapse, which occurred two houses from the Hard Rock Guest House, left the neighbourhood in panic and prompted an urgent appeal for financial and material assistance from affected families.
Witnesses reported an unusual noise, described as “the sound of a rapidly deflating object”, before the structure gave way. Some occupants were asleep while others were preparing to retire for the night. “We heard an unusual sound shortly before the building collapsed. It happened suddenly, and everybody around the neighbourhood became confused and frightened,” a resident recounted.
Seven victims sustained injuries and were taken to different medical facilities. Five are receiving treatment at Bello Hospital, while two others are being treated at the Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospitals Complex (OAUTHC) in Ile‑Ifẹ. No deaths were recorded, though some occupants suffered minor injuries.
“We thank God that no life was lost in this unfortunate incident. Although people sustained injuries and we have suffered serious losses, we are grateful that the victims are receiving medical attention,” a family member told reporters.
Families have appealed to well‑meaning Nigerians, philanthropists, political leaders and government authorities for assistance. “We are appealing to individuals, organisations and government authorities to come to our aid. We have lost so much, and we need assistance to overcome the situation and rebuild our lives,” another family representative said.
Residents expressed concern over the absence of visits by political leaders in Ife land and representatives of the Osun State Government, as well as the lack of official emergency response personnel at the scene. Calls have been made for the Osun State Government, emergency management agencies and building‑control authorities to visit the site, assess the remaining structure and enforce building regulations to prevent further danger to residents and neighbouring buildings.
<small>Source: Daily Post Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
