Mr. Oriyomi Hamzat, owner of Agidigbo FM, is hospitalized after witnessing a tragic stampede at a children's Christmas giveaway event in Ibadan on December 18, 2024. The incident, organized by Queen Naomi Silekunola Ogunwusi, resulted in 35 child fatalities and numerous injuries, prompting arrests and widespread mourning.
Mr. Oriyomi Hamzat, the owner of Agidigbo FM, has been hospitalized following a traumatic experience at a Christmas event in Ibadan. On December 18, 2024, a stampede occurred during a festive gathering at the Islamic High School in Bashorun, organized by Queen Naomi Silekunola Ogunwusi, the estranged wife of the Ooni of Ife.
The tragic incident led to the deaths of at least 35 children, with six others critically injured. Agidigbo FM had been promoting the event, which was intended to bring joy to children during the holiday season. Hamzat, who was present at the event, reportedly became overwhelmed when the stampede broke out. Sources say he collapsed after witnessing the chaos, with children falling and being trampled upon during the confusion.
The Oyo State government and the police have confirmed the severity of the incident, with the authorities arresting Queen Naomi Ogunwusi and seven others involved in the event's organization. It is believed that the crowd's lack of adequate control led to the disaster.
Hamzat, deeply shaken by what he witnessed, was rushed to a hospital for medical care. His emotional distress highlights the tragic nature of the event and the toll it has taken on both the victims' families and those who were present. The authorities are continuing their investigation into the event and its organizers.
