A tragic stampede at a carnival in the southwestern Nigerian state of Oyo has claimed the lives of at least 32 children.
The incident occurred on Wednesday at the Bashorun Islamic High School in the state capital, Ibadan.
The stampede unfolded as a large crowd, estimated to be around 8,000 people, gathered for a carnival organized by the Women in Need of Guidance and Support NGO.
The organizers had promised food and gifts for 5,000 children, but the overwhelming turnout led to chaos and panic.
Eyewitnesses reported that the crowd surged forward, causing people to fall and become trampled.
The incident highlighted the need for better crowd control and safety measures at large-scale events.
Local authorities are investigating the incident to determine the exact cause of the stampede and to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
The Nigerian government has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of young lives and has extended condolences to the bereaved families.