President Bola Tinubu has expressed his sympathy over the tragic collapse of a school building in Jos, Plateau State, which resulted in the deaths of over 22 students and left many more injured.
In a statement, the President described the incident as a huge loss to the nation and a devastating development that is too excruciating to imagine. He condoled with the bereaved families, families of all the victims, and the people and Government of Plateau State.
Tinubu commended the emergency responders, including the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), security agencies, and all citizens involved in the search, rescue, and resuscitation efforts. He assured the people of Plateau State of his fervent support at this difficult time.
The tragic incident occurred on Friday when a two-storey school building, Saint Academy, located in the Busa Buji community, collapsed around 8:30 am, trapping about 200 students.
