The principal of Islamic High School, Bashorun, Ibadan, Mr. Abdullahi Fasasi, has been arrested in connection with the tragic stampede at the children’s carnival held at the school.
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The Oyo State Police Command detained Mr. Fasasi following the incident, which resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries.
The stampede occurred during an event organized by Naomi Silekunola, an estranged wife of the Ooni of Ile-Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi.
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The police were informed about the incident and promptly invited the principal for questioning. Mr. Fasasi honored the invitation and has been held at the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in the Iyaganku area since then.
Governor Sèyí Mákindé has confirmed that investigations are ongoing and assured the public that anyone found responsible for the disaster will be held accountable.
The governor also expressed his condolences to the affected families and urged calm as the security agencies continue their investigation.
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