3 killed in stampede at Niger govt house
At least three people have lost their lives while several others were injured following a stampede at the Niger State Government House in Minna. The injured victims are currently receiving treatment at the Minna General Hospital. It was gathered that the incident occurred on Tuesday night when youths reportedly linked to a planned protest over […]
A tragic stampede at the Niger State Government House in Minna resulted in three fatalities and numerous injuries. The incident occurred on Tuesday night when youths, allegedly connected to a protest over the recent deaths of 37 artisanal miners, were invited to the Government House to quell their protest. Among the victims were Dije and Hurairat, a mother and daughter who were internally displaced persons from Allawa community in Shiroro Local Government Area.
Dije's husband, Abubakar, a local butcher, had been killed by bandits in 2023. Hurairat had been residing in Minna as an IDP since the attack and desertion of her community. On the fateful night, Dije and Hurairat visited the Government House to see the governor, who was reportedly distributing money to those present. The victims were subsequently taken to Minna General Hospital for treatment.
IDPs, including Mallam Musa Allawa, confirmed that the couple would be buried on Wednesday morning. Some of the governor's appointees had announced on social media that the youths had gathered to demonstrate solidarity with the governor. The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor and the Nigerian Police Command's spokesperson have assured that a statement will be issued regarding the incident.
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