A devastating stampede at a children’s funfair in Ibadan has claimed the lives of 35 children, with six others critically injured. The incident occurred at the Islamic High School, Bashorun, Ibadan.
Key Details:
1. Event Organizers Arrested: Naomi Silekunola, ex-wife of the Ooni of Ile-Ife, and her media partner, Agidigbo FM, were taken into custody.
2. Lack of Safety Measures: The event was organized without proper permission or safety measures in place.
3. Investigation Underway: The Oyo State Police Command has commenced an investigation into the incident.
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The police have arrested the organizers of the event, including the principal of the school and five others, in connection with the tragedy. The Wings Foundation and Agidigbo FM were behind the event.
The Oyo State Police Command expressed condolences to the families of the victims and assured the public that everything is being done to prevent such incidents in the future.
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