Stampede
14 Feb
The deadly stampede at a football stadium in Guinea on December 1 left 140 people dead with 11 still listed as missing, according to an independent report published Friday. The report said the stampede, which sparked criticism of the government, also caused serious injuries and material damage during the match played in honour of the…
11 Feb
Oyo State House of Assembly, on Tuesday, moved to make a law that will regulate large gatherings to prevent a repeat of stampedes in the state. The move came during its sitting held at the chamber, Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan. The mover of the motion, Hon. O. A. Babalola, representing Ibadan North East II State Constituency,…
26 Jan
The House of Representatives on Public Petition is probing alleged negligence and conduct that allegedly led to the death of 22 persons in Okija, Anambra State, on the eve of last year's Christmas celebration. The decision by the Committee, chaired by Mr. Mike Etaba, followed the consideration of a petition by aggrieved persons led by…
7 Jan
Publicity Secretary of the Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council, Dr. Eberechukwu Oji, has stated that Nigeria's 2024 challenges
31 Dec
Sir: Managing a crowd is no easy task, especially when it comes to something as essential as feeding a large group of people or sharing relief materials such as food stuff, clothings and other essentials.
27 Dec
The Yoruba Council of Elders (YCE) has commiserated with the victims and families of the Ibadan Christmas funfair tragedy, calling on governments not to allow good intentions and good deeds to become regrettable because of the ordeals of former Queen Naomi Silekunola. It would be recalled that Naomi had, on December 18, 2024, organised a…
24 Dec
A Child Rights group, SOS Children's Villages has emphasized the urgent need to always prioritize the safety and protection of children in
24 Dec
The National President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Bishop Francis Wale Oke, has commiserated with President Bola Tinubu over the death of innocent Nigerians who died as a result of stampedes that occurred recently across the country. He also sent his condolences to the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, and the Governor…
24 Dec
The Chief Magistrate Court sitting in Iyaganku, Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Tuesday ordered the remand of the Principal of Islamic High School, Bashorun Ibadan, Mr Abdullahi Fasasi; the proprietor of Agidigbo FM, Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat; and Naomi Silekunola, an estranged wife of the Ooni of Ile Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi, at Agodi…
24 Dec
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Citizenship and Leadership, Rinsola Abiola, has advised organisers of charity events to prioritise discretion and targeted outreach to ensure safety and efficiency. Her statement follows recent stampedes in the country, which have claimed the lives of over 60 people. In a statement shared on her official ‘X’…
24 Dec
The Oyo State Police Command has released six suspects who were arrested in connection with the stampede that occurred at the children’s carnival held at Islamic High School, Bashorun, Ibadan, on Wednesday, December 18, 2024. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Adewale Osifeso, stated last week that eight suspects were arrested in relation to the…
22 Dec
Following the stampede that claimed many lives in the country, the Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) has expressed deep concern over the escalating hunger and suffering faced by millions of Nigerians, saying that this is a direct consequence of the Federal Government's policies. According to CNPP, recent tragic incidents, including stampedes resulting in loss…
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