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Tragedy Strikes Christmas Charity Event in Nigeria as Stampede Claims Lives

A tragic stampede at a charity food distribution in Abuja, Nigeria, results in the deaths of ten individuals, including four children, amid a escalating cost-of-living crisis.

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Updated: Dec 21st, 2024, 11:04 AM ET

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In Abuja, Nigeria, a stampede at a Christmas food distribution event has led to the deaths of ten people, including four children. The incident occurred at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church during a charity event intended to support those in need amid a worsening economic crisis. This disaster, the second stampede in a week, has raised concerns about safety protocols at such gatherings. With high inflation and a struggling economy under President Bola Tinubu, public frustration has surged, leading to mass protests. The police now require prior permission for organizing charity events following these tragedies.

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