16 rescued alive after building collapse in Kano

Sixteen individuals were rescued alive following the collapse of a residential building in Kano state, Nigeria. The structure, located at Dan Dishe, Kwanar Yashi in the Fagge local government area, gave way early Saturday morning.

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The Kano State Fire Service wishes to inform the general public at about 4:32 am. Today Saturday, 8 August 2026, the Service’s Emergency Response Unit, received an emergency call from one of our staff Aminu Sani Warure, reporting the collapse of a building at Dan Dishe, Kwanar Yashi, Fagge Local Government Area.

The Kano State Fire Service received an emergency call around 4:32 am and immediately dispatched personnel to the scene. Upon arrival, they discovered that a building measuring approximately 20 by 30 feet had collapsed. Among the sixteen survivors, three were rescued in an unconscious state.

All victims were handed over to Usman Ibrahim, identified as the brother of their father, for further medical attention. The Kano State Fire Service has stated that an investigation into the cause of the collapse is currently underway.

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Upon receiving the report, men of the Service from the Headquarters were immediately mobilized to the scene. On arrival, they discovered that a residential building of about 20 × 30 ft had collapsed.

In light of the incident, the Fire Service urged the public to observe necessary safety precautions, particularly during the ongoing rainy season, to help prevent similar occurrences. The statement emphasized the importance of public vigilance to avoid potential disasters.

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The Kano State Fire Service urges members of the public to observe all necessary safety precautions, particularly during the rainy season, to prevent similar incidents.