22 people were killed in Saturday’s stampede at the palliatives distribution site in Okija, Ihiala Local Government Area, according to the Anambra Police Command.
The palliative distribution was organised by a philanthropist in the area.
The police spokesman, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, who gave an update on the development in a statement on Sunday in Onitsha, said that the Commissioner of Police, CP Nnaghe Itam, visited the hospital where the victims of the tragic stampede are receiving treatment.
He said that Itam sympathized with the families and friends of the deceased while wishing those injured quick recovery.
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He said that investigation into the unfortunate incident was ongoing, adding that the command remains dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of the people during and after the festive period.
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