21-storey building collapses in Ikoyi Lagos, traps over 30

A 21-storey building has collapsed in upmarket Ikoyi in Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial capital and most populous city.

The collapsed structure is on Gerard Road, Ikoyi. Reports say the building was under construction.

Although details are still sketchy, eye witnesses say over 30 persons were working in the building when the collapse occurred.

Emergency services are also yet to mobilise to the scene at the time of reporting.

Television footage shows young men milling round the site.

More details later.