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SON demands stronger regulations to prevent building collapse

According to a statement by SON, Okeke highlighted that adherence to specifications and codes of practice is crucial for restoring public trust in Nigeria’s building industry.

He expressed worry over the frequent building collapses across the country and the resulting loss of lives and property.

He explained that SON’s investigations pinpoint poor structural designs, quackery, unprofessionalism, and insufficient soil testing as key factors in frequent building collapse.

According to Okeke, other issues include substandard construction practices, unauthorised projects, improper demolition, lack of maintenance, negligence, inferior materials (like steel reinforcement bars), and inadequate drainage.

The SON DG also highlighted that since 2004, SON had established 168 standards and codes of practice to guide contractors in the construction industry.