Building collapse: Senate seeks stiffer penalties for violation of construction codes

The Nigerian Senate is seeking stiffer penalties for violation of construction and building codes to curb the incessant building Collapse in Nigeria

The Senate’s resolution followed a Motion of Public Importance by the lawmaker representing Plateau Central , Senator Diket Plang on the collapse of Saint Academy in Jos, Plateau State.

In their contributions, the lawmakers urged the Plateau State Government to conduct a full investigation and ensure all those found culpable face the full wrath of the law .

The Senate also condoled with the families of the deceased students, members of staff, the government and the entire people of Plateau.

In addition, the Senate also observed a minute of silence in honour of the dead and urged the Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to send relief items to the Survivors.