Dozens Killed In Deadly Stampede In Nigeria

At least 35 children were killed and six more were severely wounded in an audience stampede at a school festival in Nigeria. The heartbreaking incident took place in Ibadan, Nigeria's third-largest city.

Eight people have reportedly been arrested by police "for their involvement" in this incident.

The main sponsor of the event, which was organized by the Wings Foundation and Agidigbo FM radio, was among those arrested on Wednesday at the Basorun Islamic High School.

Videos and footage that appeared to be from the scene showed a large crowd of large children seeing others being carried away from an open field.

Seyi Makinde, governor of Oyo State, sent condolences to the families of the victims. Our sympathies and prayers are still with the families and loved ones affected by this terrible incident.

For his part, he said, "May the souls of the departed rest in peace."

A homicide investigation has begun, Oyo State, police head said in a statement.

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