By Nathaniel Irobi
A devastating stampede occurred during a food distribution event at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Maitama, Abuja, on Saturday morning, resulting in the loss of ten lives, including four children. The tragic incident unfolded around 6:30 a.m. and also left eight individuals injured.
Among the injured, four have received treatment and been discharged, while the remaining victims continue to receive medical care.
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command confirmed the incident through a statement from its spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh. The Command expressed condolences to the families of those who perished and wished a swift recovery to the injured.
