Miracle in Anambra: Five-Storey School Building Collapses, No Casualty
A five-storey building under construction at the Dennis Memorial Grammar School (DMGS) in Onitsha, Anambra State.
Zita Ezechi 
A five-storey building under construction at the Dennis Memorial Grammar School (DMGS) in Onitsha, Anambra State, collapsed in the early hours of Wednesday, June 12. The collapse, occurring around 7:15 am, sent shockwaves through the commercial hub of the state.
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The structure, which was nearing completion, was part of an expansion project overseen by the Anglican School authorities to accommodate the growing educational needs of the region. Eyewitnesses recounted a deafening noise as the building crumbled, engulfing the surroundings in a cloud of dust.
Remarkably, there have been no reported casualties. Officials credit this to the fortunate positioning of the students’ hostel, located at a safe distance from the construction site. Both the school management and local authorities have expressed profound relief at the absence of injuries among students and staff.
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Investigations into the cause of the collapse are currently underwa. The incident has prompted a reevaluation of building codes and regulations, particularly concerning educational facilities.
