Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has expressed deep sympathy to the families of students and staff of St. Academy School, Jos, who died in the
collapse of a two-storey situated at Busa Buji, in Jos North Local Government Area of the state.
Governor Mutfwang who received the heartbreaking news with grief and sorrow described the tragedy as unfortunate and sad, stating that nothing could be more painful and heart wrenching than this gloomy situation.
The Governor appreciated the timely intervention of the search and rescue team, as well as members of the public who rushed to the school premises to assist in evacuating some of the surviving students and staff.
He directed the relevant government agencies, including the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and Plateau State Emergency Management Agency, to provide necessary support to the surviving victims of the collapsed building.
Governor Mutfwang expressed deep regret that the students were trapped while writing their promotion examination and extended his condolences to the grieving parents that lose their children in the unfortunate incident.
Highlighting the significance and broader purpose of Executive Order 003, recently signed into law, Governor Mutfwang clarified that its intent is to safeguard citizens from such disasters, prevent Jos from deteriorating into a slum, and ensure compliance with building regulations in line with the Greater Jos Master Plan.
Governor Mutfwang stated that words cannot fully comfort the grieving families over their immense loss. He prayed that the God of all comfort will continue to console and uphold them during this difficult period.
He prayed that the Almighty God will grant the families, the school, and the extended community the fortitude to endure this irreparable loss, and that His consoling presence will bring solace in this most difficult time.
Krestnews reports that 15 students have been confirmed dead while 77 others injured and are being treated in hospitals in Jos