67 Dead in Nigeria During Crowded Food Distribution Events

Economic crisis and rising food prices have intensified desperation, leading to deadly stampedes in multiple locations across the country.

Over the span of four days, 67 people lost their lives in Nigeria during stampedes at free food distribution events, including 22 fatalities in Okija and 10 in Abuja.
Among the victims in Abuja were at least four children, with the distributions taking place at a church and a community center.
The incidents occurred during the Christmas season, a time when food is traditionally distributed to the poor, but worsening economic conditions have led to larger and more desperate crowds.
Nigeria is experiencing its worst economic crisis in over two decades, with inflation driving food prices to unaffordable levels for many citizens.
President Bola Tinubu has expressed condolences, canceled his official engagements, and pledged support for the victims' families during this period of mourning.