A devastating stampede at a children’s carnival in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria, has claimed the lives of 35 minors, with six others critically injured. The tragedy unfolded at an Islamic high school in Ibadan, where a large crowd had gathered for a family event on Wednesday. Chaos erupted when organizers announced a cash giveaway for 5,000 children, triggering a frantic rush to enter the venue.
Authorities confirmed the death toll, with police spokesperson Adewale Osifeso revealing that the case has now been handed over to the homicide section of the State Criminal Investigation Department. Investigations are underway, and the event’s organizers have been arrested.
Governor Seyi Makinde expressed his sorrow over the incident and assured that security forces were deployed to manage the situation and prevent further harm. The event was cancelled, and all remaining attendees were safely evacuated from the scene. The tragedy has shocked the community, and efforts to understand the cause of the chaos continue.
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