Seven Hospitalised After Residential Building Collapses in Ile-Ife

Seven people have been hospitalised following the collapse of a residential building along Ilesha Road in Ile-Ife, Osun State.

The incident occurred at about 9:30 pm on Monday, November 9, 2026, two houses away from Hard Rock Guest House in Ife City.

Residents reportedly heard an unusual sound shortly before the building suddenly collapsed, causing panic in the neighbourhood.

The incident happened while some occupants were asleep, while others were preparing to retire for the night.

Following the collapse, neighbours and other residents rushed to the scene to assist those trapped and injured.

Seven people sustained injuries and were taken to different hospitals for treatment. Five of the victims are receiving medical attention at Bello Hospital, while two others are being treated at the Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospitals Complex (OAUTHC), Ile-Ife.

Although the building suffered extensive structural damage, no deaths were recorded. Some other occupants and residents reportedly sustained minor injuries.

The affected families have appealed to philanthropists, political leaders, government authorities and well-meaning Nigerians for financial and material assistance to help them recover from the incident.

They said they suffered significant losses and needed support to rebuild their lives.

The families also expressed concern over the reported absence of visits by political leaders in Ife land and representatives of the Osun State Government to the injured victims as of the time of the report.

They urged government officials and other stakeholders to visit the victims, assess their situation and provide the necessary assistance.

Residents also raised concerns over the reported absence of emergency response personnel and relevant government agencies at the scene, saying members of the community had taken responsibility for assisting those affected.

Meanwhile, the cause of the building collapse has not been established.

The incident has renewed calls for proper structural assessments, stricter enforcement of building regulations and regular safety inspections of residential properties.

Residents have urged the Osun State Government, emergency management agencies and building control authorities to inspect the affected property and surrounding structures to prevent further danger to occupants and neighbouring buildings.