A widely circulated video has brought attention to the renowned broadcaster Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat, who was seen at the tragic Ibadan stampede incident, making valiant efforts to control the overwhelming crowd that caused chaos at the event.
The video emerged following the murder charges filed against the organizers of the children’s fun fair, including Queen Naomi, Alhaji Oriyomi, and other key individuals, due to the devastating loss of lives during the incident.
In this emotional footage, the presenter was visibly distressed as he struggled to rescue a young child who had been trampled in the chaos of the stampede. The incident has sparked widespread conversations and concerns about the safety measures in place at large public events.
Eyewitness accounts revealed that the stampede began even before the event officially commenced. A massive surge of people entered the venue, creating uncontrollable chaos. Unfortunately, the arrival of security personnel to manage the situation came too late to prevent the tragedy.
Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat reportedly used both his voice and his platform to urge attendees to leave the venue, repeatedly pleading with them to disperse and return to their homes. Despite his heartfelt appeals and continuous announcements on his radio station, the attendees largely ignored these warnings, leading to the devastating stampede.
The event, which was originally designed to bring joy to children aged 0-13 through scholarships and gift distributions, turned into a day of sorrow and loss. What was supposed to be a day of celebration transformed into a heartbreaking disaster that claimed innocent lives and left many injured.
Further investigations are ongoing to uncover the factors that contributed to the unfortunate escalation of the situation. Authorities are now working to determine the extent of negligence and to hold the responsible parties accountable.
As more details continue to unfold, the tragic incident serves as a somber reminder of the importance of crowd control, event planning, and safety protocols. Updates on the aftermath and legal proceedings are expected in the coming days.
Watch the viral video below to witness the heart-wrenching efforts of Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat during the stampede…
