Three people have died, and 20 people were hospitalised after an uncompleted school building used by worshippers collapsed on Sunday during a service.
Among the dead were two females and one male.
Information from the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) indicated that the building was an uncompleted four-storey structure at the Experimental D/A School in Accra Newtown.
The deceased were among 23 people who were trapped under the debris.
The remaining 20 were rescued alive and transported to the Police Hospital, 37 Military Hospital, Mamobi Hospital and a private facility, the Minister for Interior, Muntaka Mubarak, reported at a presser.
Among them were seven minors.
The rescue mission was undertaken with the help of the Police K9 dogs, Narcotics Control K9 dogs and the military, he said.
“We can say with 090 to 95% certainty that we have no one there. There will be clearing of the debris…Rescue and security teams remain on scene to complete debris clearing and ensure safety,” he added.
Meanwhile, former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has extended his sympathies to the victims and the bereaved families.
“I have received with sadness, news of the tragic building collapse in Accra Newtown this afternoon. The building is said to be a place of Christian worship. May the lives lost painfully rest in peace, and my deepest sympathy goes to the families. I pray that all trapped are brought out safely, and the injured recover swiftly. I also commend the rescue teams for their efforts to save lives.”
Story by Hajara Fuseini
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