According to reports, an unspecified number of people have died as a result of the collapse of a multi-story building in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory, or FCT.

The incident took place on Wednesday night due to a significant downpour, according to information obtained by The Daily Post.

The structure is situated on the constantly busy Lagos Street in the Garki II neighborhood of Abuja.

As of the time of publication, the incident's specifics are still hazy. The rescue effort is still going on, according to Ikharo Attah, a former assistant to the outgoing Minister of the FCT, who confirmed the development in a post on his Facebook page.

He confirmed that while some are still trapped, at least seven people have so far been rescued and taken to hospitals.