Tragedy: Many children confirmed dear at Ooni of Ife’s ex-wife Christmas event

An end-of-year celebration organized by Evangelist Silekunola Naomi Ogunwusi, the former wife of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, turned tragic on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Ibadan.

Reports indicate that at least one child has died, while many others were injured during a stampede at the event.

The gathering, which was held at the Islamic High School in the Bashorun area of Ibadan, attracted a massive crowd, with attendees arriving from neighboring towns. Some attendees reportedly camped overnight at the venue, responding to publicity from a popular Ibadan-based radio station.

Eyewitnesses told the BBC that the stampede began shortly after the program started, as the overwhelming crowd struggled for space. Conflicting reports suggest that the death toll may be higher, with some claiming four children lost their lives. However, the BBC has not independently verified this.

A source from the Oyo State Police Command, who requested anonymity, confirmed to reporters that… CONTINUE READING.