The Management of the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, has addressed reports circulating on social media about the collapse of a multi-storey building in Amaokpala, a neighbouring community to Oko town, Anambra State.

For clarity, the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, states that the collapsed building is not located within the Polytechnic premises. The incident occurred at Amaokpala and involved a privately owned lodge occupied by both students and non-students.

The building, known as the 5 Elite Storey Building, is located beside Tonimas Filling Station and collapsed late Sunday night. Contrary to some reports, the incident did not occur inside the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, and not all occupants were students of the Polytechnic.

The Polytechnic wishes to clarify that, as of the time of this report, no student of the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, has been confirmed dead, and no life has been lost in the incident.

Upon receiving information about the incident, the Rector of the Polytechnic, Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie, visited the scene to ascertain the extent of the incident and establish the welfare of students who might have been affected.

The Rector was received at the scene by:

• The President of the Students' Union Government, Giant Comrade Anuluonye Ifechukwu Joseph
• The Public Relations Officer of the Polytechnic, Dr. Oguegbu Celestine Udoka
• The Dean of Students' Affairs, Comrade Chibuzo Asomugha
• The Chief Security Officer (CSO) of the polytechnic
• Other members of staff of the Polytechnic

The Anambra State Commissioner for Works, Architect Okey Ezeobi, alongside the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Afam Ben Obidike, was also at the scene to assess the situation and support the ongoing rescue efforts.

Information gathered indicates that some occupants have already been rescued and are receiving medical attention at a nearby hospital for injuries reportedly described as not life threatening. Approximately two persons, who are reportedly not students of the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, may still be trapped, with rescue personnel continuing efforts to locate and rescue them.

The incident occurred after students of the Polytechnic had completed their second-semester examinations, with a significant number of students already having vacated their hostels and travelled home for the ongoing short break.

The Federal Polytechnic, Oko, urges members of the public to disregard unverified reports, sensational claims, and misleading narratives concerning the incident. Reports suggesting that the collapse occurred inside the Polytechnic or that a large number of Polytechnic students are trapped in the building are false and misleading.

The Polytechnic remains deeply concerned about the safety and welfare of its students and will continue to monitor the situation closely while rescue operations remain ongoing.

The institution commends the emergency responders, government officials, local volunteers, security personnel, and other individuals involved in the rescue operation.

Further updates will be provided as credible information becomes available.

Signed:

Dr. Oguegbu Celestine Udoka

Public Relations Officer

Federal Polytechnic, Oko

27 July 2026