Oyo State has filed new charges against ex-Queen Naomi, Alhaji Hazmat, and Mr. Fasasi over the Ibadan stampede tragedy. The lawsuit includes charges of manslaughter, conspiracy, and criminal negligence. Bail applications for the suspects will be determined today, with a trial pending in the state’s high court.
Oyo State has filed new charges against ex-Queen Naomi Silekunola, Alhaji Oriyomi Hazmat, and Mr. Abdulahi Fasasi in connection with the tragic Ibadan stampede. The case, filed on January 10, 2025, involves accusations of conspiracy to commit murder, manslaughter, and criminal negligence.
The charges relate to the stampede at a children’s funfair that led to the deaths of several children, including 8-year-old Musiliu Sofiayah and 7-year-old Lekan Salami. The suspects allegedly failed to provide adequate security, crowd control, and medical facilities, contributing to the disaster. The charges are under Sections 324, 517, 308, and 344 of the Criminal Code, Oyo State.
Legal representatives for Hazmat have confirmed that they have yet to be officially served with the suit. A ruling on the bail applications of the suspects is expected today in the Oyo State High Court. A separate hearing in the Chief Magistrate Court will also address the matter.
The case continues to attract public attention, with local reactions to the tragic event and the subsequent legal proceedings.
