One person has been confirmed dead following a building collapse in Akure, the Ondo State capital.
The affected storey building located along Fanibi Junction within Akure metropolis collapsed while the occupants were fast asleep.
A body of a woman had been retrieved from the debris while members of her family are said to be trapped.
Residents within the area had trooped to the scene to help in the rescue operation.
Among those suspected to be trapped in the collapsed building were children.
