A stampede at the gate of the Obijackson Centre in Okija, in Anambra State’s Ihiala Local Government Area, on Saturday left an undetermined number of people dead and injured.
The stampede occurred during the distribution of palliatives, which included rice, vegetable oil, and money.
According to reports, the majority of the dead were women and children gathered at the gate, attempting to get entry amidst a massive and unmanageable mob.
Chief Ernest Obiejesi (Obijackson), a community member, gave the palliatives.
Eyewitnesses at the event reported that many people fainted and were brought to the hospital, including a badly injured woman.
According to an unauthorised source, one of the victims was a woman who collapsed during the stampede and was taken to the hospital, although it is unclear whether she survived.
Numerous shoes and slippers belonging to the victims were found scattered at the venue’s main gate.
According to reports, the situation has calmed down, and palliatives are once again being distributed.
