- The organisers of a children’s carnival in Ibadan, where a stampede led to the loss of several children’s lives, have been arrested.
- Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has expressed deep concern over the incident and assured the public that a thorough investigation has commenced.
- Medical personnel and ambulances were swiftly deployed to the scene, and the event was promptly shut down to prevent further casualties.
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has confirmed the arrest of the organisers of a children’s carnival in Ibadan, where a tragic stampede led to the loss of several children’s lives ¹. The Governor expressed deep concern over the incident and assured the public that a thorough investigation has commenced to uncover the circumstances leading to the tragedy.
To mitigate the impact of the incident, medical personnel and ambulances were swiftly deployed to the scene. The event was promptly shut down, and all attendees were safely escorted out of the venue. Governor Makinde emphasized that those found culpable will face justice.
The incident occurred at the Islamic High School Basorun, the venue of an event organised for families. Governor Makinde stated that security agents were deployed to restore order at the venue, and medical personnel and ambulances were also deployed to the venue.
