An eyewitness whose identity were withheld recently reacted to the death of several persons in a stampede that occurred in the federal capital territory, Abuja. In her statements which drew widespread attention from the general public, she pointed out that it was unfortunate that over three thousand persons turned up to receive the palliative.
The nation was thrown into mourning as the news regarding the death of several persons in a stampede that occurred in the federal capital territory, Abuja went viral across various social media platforms. This came after there was a similar occurrence in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital where several children lost their lives.
Reacting to the incident, an Eyewitness whose names were not ventilated to the public in a recent statement which was made available to the general public by news outlet, VANGUARD today being Saturday the 21st day of December 2024 narrated what transpired at the venue.
In her statements, she made it known that ten persons died during the stampede, including children. She further made it known that it was unfortunate that over three thousand persons came out to receive the palliative.
‘In her words’
“10 people have been reported dead, including children. We just received a call that they have passed on.
“Over 3,000 people came out to receive the palliative. It’s unfortunate.
“Most of those present were residents of Mpape, Gishiri Village, and other nearby settlements.
“May God receive the souls of the departed and protect us from harm.” She said.
The statements from the woman however stirred mixed reactions from the general public as many view the recent incident as one too many.
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