Collapsed Catholic Church was built 100 years ago — Report

Governor Ifeanyi Okowa’s media aide, Charles Aniagwu quoted the leader of the delegation and Commissioner for Works, Chief James Augoye as saying: “the church is a 100 years old church building and in an attempt to rebuild and expand the church, the old church building collapsed as a result of heavily soaked waters ocassioned by the weight of worshippers who leaned against the walls while the early morning mass was on. “While we pledge to pay the cost of treatment for the injured, people must ensure they seek necessary approvals before construction of buildings particularly public structures to avoid incidences such as this.” Meanwhile, the State Governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa has said the State Government will undertake the medical treatment of the victims of the Sunday mishap. An updated statement by Governor Okowa’s Chief Press Secretary, Mr Charles Aniagwu, said the governor has directed that adequate medical attention be given to the survivors of the unfortunate building collapse.]]>