67 Dead in Nigerian Charity Event Stampedes Within Days

Tragic crowd surges at food distribution events highlight the severe economic crisis gripping Africa's most populous nation.

Three deadly stampedes at charity events in Nigeria this week have claimed at least 67 lives, including many children, as people rushed to collect food and gifts.
The incidents occurred in Abuja, Anambra, and Oyo states, with victims trampled in chaotic scenes as thousands gathered for relief distributions during Christmas events.
Nigeria's inflation has reached a 28-year high of 34.6%, driving widespread desperation for basic necessities and exacerbating the country's cost-of-living crisis.
President Bola Tinubu has called for stricter crowd control measures and mandatory permissions for charity events, while critics cite government policies as worsening economic hardships.
Authorities and activists are urging improved safety protocols for aid distributions as the tragedies raise urgent questions about event planning and crowd management.