Death toll hits 35
The Oyo State Police Command says it has arrested the ex-queen of the Ooni of Ife, Naomi Silekunola; the Principal of Islamic High School, Ibadan, Fasasi Abdulahi; and six others.
Their arrest is in connection to the death of some children during a stampede at a funfair in Ibadan, the state capital, on Wednesday.
The ex-queen was named as the main sponsor of the event.
According to a statement issued on Thursday by the State Police Public Relations Officer, Adewale Osifeso, the number of children who have died from the stampede has risen to 35 while six others are critically injured,
The event which was held at the Islamic High School, Basorun, Ibadan, was reportedly made available to 5,000 children but the number that turned up was reportedly over 7, 500..
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Kola says:
This very sad incidence. A good and hearty philanthropic intention to share joy, smiles with many children & parents, with probably some attendant organizational weaknesses, had turned to sorrow, weeping, and regrets. Our condolences to the bereaved parents and relatives of the lost children. May the companionship and guidance of the Holy Spirit never be missed in every innocent decision and endeavour in Jesus Mighty Name.