Seven Hospitalised After Residential Building Collapses in Ile-Ife, Osun

Seven people have been hospitalised following the collapse of a residential building along Ilesha Road in Ile-Ife, Osun State, leaving residents shaken and affected families appealing for assistance.

The building reportedly collapsed at about 9:30 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 2026, near Hard Rock Guest House in Ife City, prompting panic among residents of the neighbourhood.

According to accounts from residents, an unusual noise resembling the sound of a rapidly deflating object was heard shortly before the building suddenly gave way.

Some occupants were reportedly asleep at the time, while others were preparing to retire for the night.

The collapse prompted neighbours and other residents to rush to the scene to assist those trapped or injured.

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

Although the building suffered extensive damage, no deaths were reported. Some other occupants and residents were also said to have sustained minor injuries.

One family member expressed gratitude that the incident did not result in any fatalities, despite the injuries and losses suffered by those affected.

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

They said the collapse had caused significant losses and called on individuals and organisations to support their efforts to rebuild their lives.

The families also expressed concern over what they described as the 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 needs and provide necessary assistance.

Residents also raised concerns about the reported absence of official emergency response personnel and relevant government agencies at the scene following the collapse.

A community member said residents had taken the initiative to assist those affected and appealed for intervention from the relevant authorities.

The cause of the collapse has not been established. However, the incident has renewed calls for structural assessments, stronger enforcement of building regulations and regular safety inspections of residential properties.

The Osun State Government, emergency management agencies and building-control authorities have been urged to assess the damaged property, examine the safety of neighbouring structures and take steps to prevent further danger to residents.