2006 Lagos Building Collapses
Coordinates: 6°27′11″N 3°23′42″E / 6.453°N 3.395°E / 6.453; 3.395 Due to generally poor construction standards in Lagos, Nigeria building collapses are a fairly common occurrence. In 2006, up to 3 building collapses were reported. Building collapses in Lagos kill dozens yearly because of poor building and construction standards as well as poor materials.
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