Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has declared a three-day period of mourning from July 13th to July 15th, 2024.
During the mourning period, all flags will be flown at half-mast to honor the victims of the school building collapse in Jos.
Governor Mutfwang in a statement signed by the Commissioner for information Musa Ashoms, extends his heartfelt condolences to the families involved and urged citizens to strictly follow building codes and ethics to prevent such tragedies. He emphasizes the need for all developers and property owners to submit their building plans to the Jos Metropolitan Development Board (JMDB) for verification and revalidation, as part of the enforcement of Executive Order 003.
According to the statement, the state is dedicated to providing the best possible medical care for the injured and will conduct a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the collapse.
He also explained, that the safety and well-being of its citizens, especially the children, is top priority and urged all schools to comply with safety regulations and secure the necessary approvals from the JMDB before beginning any construction projects.
Governor Mutfwang also extends his deepest gratitude to the people of Plateau State for their tremendous support and solidarity in the wake of this tragedy. He thanks the first responders for their swift action and commends the many citizens who donated blood and other resources to aid the injured.
As of the time of filing in this report, 58 individuals remain hospitalized, while the rest have been treated and discharged.
Editor : Ena Agbanoma
