Nyesom Wike assures medical bill coverage for Garki Building collapse survivors

In response to the tragic collapse of a two-storey shopping plaza in Garki, Nyesom Wike, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, has pledged that the city administration will take care of the medical expenses for the victims affected by the incident.

The collapse occurred at approximately 11:50 pm on Wednesday, resulting in considerable damage. On Thursday, during a visit to the site, Wike expressed his condolences and concern over the unfortunate event. Accompanied by Olusade Adesola, the Permanent Secretary of the FCTA, Wike acknowledged the gravity of the situation, particularly the loss of two lives.

In response, Wike instructed Adesola to organize the necessary arrangements for covering the medical costs of the 35 individuals who were successfully rescued from the wreckage.

Speaking on the incident, Wike conveyed his distress, stating, “It is quite unfortunate that we woke up this morning to hear this very disturbing news. I am grateful to all rescue agencies, especially NEMA. It’s unfortunate that two persons are dead. I will speak to the permanent secretary to make sure we pay the hospital bills of those who are rescued, and that should be done immediately.”

As of the time of this report, the building was in the process of being demolished.