Investigation into Ain Nqbi Building Collapse Raises Questions

The recent tragic incident involving the collapse of a residential building in the Ain Nqbi neighborhood of Fes has ignited a significant debate regarding its construction history. Khaled Sadiq, the head of the legal affairs and disputes department of the Fes-Meknes region, appeared on the state television channel "2M" to discuss the incident, which resulted in the deaths of 15 individuals and left many others injured. Sadiq claimed that the building in question was constructed in the 1980s, a statement that has been met with skepticism from various experts and observers of urban planning, who question how a structure purportedly built over forty years ago could only now experience such a catastrophic failure.

One urban planning expert expressed disbelief over the timeline of the building’s construction, suggesting that it is highly improbable for a building of that age to remain intact until now. This expert, who chose to remain anonymous, speculated that the building might have been erected in recent years instead, asserting that the ongoing investigation will likely reveal the true circumstances surrounding its construction.

Further complicating the narrative, eyewitness accounts from residents indicate that several buildings in the Ain Nqbi area were constructed in the last few years, adding to the confusion regarding the age of the collapsed structure. To establish the factual timeline of the building’s construction, authorities are reportedly considering the use of satellite imagery as part of their investigation, alongside technical examinations being conducted under local government supervision.

As the Fes-Meknes authorities maintain their stance that the building was constructed in the 1980s, contrasting reports call this assertion into question. The resolution of this matter rests on the ongoing judicial inquiry and the technical evaluations that will ultimately ascertain the facts, assign responsibilities, and determine any necessary legal repercussions.

As reported by goud.ma.