A devastating stampede at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Maitama tragic stampede occurred early this morning at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Maitama, during a food distribution event aimed at supporting vulnerable and elderly individuals.
The incident, which took place at approximately 6:30 AM, has resulted in the deaths of ten (10)people, including four (4) children, with eight (8) others injured.
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command confirmed the fatalities and extended their condolences to the victims’ families. Among the injured, four (4) individuals have been treated and discharged, while the remaining victims continue to receive medical attention.
In response to the incident, the FCT Police Command is urging all organizations, religious bodies, and individuals planning public gatherings or charitable events to notify the police in advance. This is part of a new directive aimed at ensuring safety measures and preventing future tragedies.
The police further emphasized that failure to comply with this notification requirement would hold event organizers accountable for any resulting harm. The FCT Police Command reassured the public of its commitment to safety and urged citizens to report emergencies promptly through the FCT Control Room at 0803 200 3913 or 0806 032 1234.
As investigations into the cause of the stampede continue, the authorities are calling for greater vigilance to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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