STAMPEDE AT RICE SHARING EVENTS CLAIMS OVER 20 LIVES IN OKIJA , ANAMBRA
STAMPEDE AT RICE SHARING EVENTS CLAIMS OVER 20 LIVES IN OKIJA , ANAMBRA
A devastating stampede occurred at a rice sharing event in Okija, Anambra, claiming the lives of over 20 people, mostly women.¹ The tragic incident happened on Saturday morning, with multiple social media videos showing lifeless bodies scattered on the ground. Some survivors have been rushed to nearby hospitals for medical attention.
The Anambra state government has confirmed the incident, with Charles Aburime, chief press secretary to the governor, stating that the situation is being closely monitored. This heartbreaking event raises concerns about crowd management and safety at public gatherings, especially during events involving the distribution of essential items amid economic hardship.
STAMPEDE AT RICE SHARING EVENTS CLAIMS OVER 20 LIVES IN OKIJA , ANAMBRA
Sadly, this incident comes just days after a similar tragedy in Ibadan, Oyo state, where over 35 people, mostly children, died in a stampede during a carnival. These tragic events highlight the need for improved crowd control measures and emergency preparedness to prevent such incidents in the future.
