The police command in Oyo has arrested Naomi Silekunila, the ex-wife of Ooni of Ife, and seven others in connection with the stampede that occurred at carnival in Ibadan.
December 19, 2024 3:53 pmNaomi Silekunola, the ex-wife of Ooni of Ife, and seven others in connection with the stampede at carnival in Ibadan.In a statement on Thursday, Osifeso Adewale, Oyo police spokesperson, said 35 children have died as a result of the incident.
“Sequel to the Stampede incident recorded on Wednesday 18/12/2024 at the Islamic High School, Basorun, Ibadan venue of the family event Organized by Wings Foundation and Media partners Agidigbo Fm, the Oyo State Police Command wishes to inform the good people of the State that Persons have since been arrested for their various involvements,” the statement reads.
“So far Thirty-Five Minors have been documented Dead while Six others are critically injured and on various Medical Interventions. “In furtherance of the above, the case has since been transferred to the Homicide Section of the State Criminal Investigation Department, Iyaganku with the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge leading the investigations.“So also, residents around the axis are advised not to panic as they would witness high level patrols and visible Police presence to prevent hoodlums from taking advantage of the unfortunate situation.
The command also sympathised with the families affected by the tragedy and assured them that justice will be served.
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