A stampede at a religious gathering in Ibadan, the capital of Nigeria’s southwest Oyo state, resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, Governor Seyi Makinde confirmed on Wednesday.
The incident took place at an Islamic high school, where a large crowd had assembled for a family event.
“While investigations are ongoing, the primary organisers of the event that led to this stampede have been taken into custody,” Makinde said in a statement shared on X.
The exact number of casualties or the cause of the incident is yet to be ascertained.
Emergency services, including medical teams and ambulances, were swiftly sent to the scene, according to Makinde.
Security forces were also deployed to manage the situation and prevent further injuries. The event has been halted, and the remaining attendees have been safely evacuated from the venue, the governor added.