Two persons have been confirmed dead following the collapse of a refuse dump at Ikot Effanga, along Old Odukpani Road in Calabar, Cross River State. The incident occurred in the early hours of Friday, August 28, 2026, when the collapsed refuse impacted a building reportedly constructed within a valley.
Police Confirm Incident and Identify Victims
The spokesperson for the Cross River State Police Command, ASP Sunday Eitokpah, disclosed this in a statement. He said police personnel responded promptly to the scene, where it was discovered that the collapsed refuse had impacted a building reportedly constructed within a valley, resulting in the death of two occupants.
The statement identified the victims as Nfon Imé, male, and an unidentified female, who were believed to have been in the building at the time of the incident. The bodies were recovered and deposited at the mortuary.
Investigation Underway
ASP Eitokpah said an assessment of the circumstances surrounding the incident was ongoing, while further investigation had commenced. The command urged members of the public to remain calm and avoid speculation as efforts continued to establish the full facts surrounding the incident.
“The Command is currently conducting an assessment of the circumstances surrounding the incident, while further investigation is ongoing,” ASP Eitokpah said.
Public Urged to Await Verified Details
The police command also advised the public to avoid speculation and await verified information. “Further details will be communicated as soon as they are verified and available,” the statement added. The command’s response underscores the ongoing efforts to determine the full circumstances of the tragedy.
