Four people were killed and 18 others injured following a stampede during the distribution of the annual Ramadan Zakkat (alms) at a residence in the Katsina metropolis.
Security analyst Zagazola Makama shared the incident on Saturday in a post on
According to Makama, a large crowd had gathered at the residence to receive Ramadan alms when some individuals allegedly broke into the premises, causing a stampede.
The police officer from Katsina Central Police Station quickly mobilized officers to the scene and managed to bring the situation under control.
Eighteen people suffered injuries of varying degrees and were rushed to Katsina General Hospital for treatment.
“Four of the victims were later certified dead by doctors. They have been identified as Bilkisu Mamman, 40, of Kerau Quarters; Ihsan Musbahu, 40, of Abattoir Quarters; Aisha Sani, 16, of Kofar Sauri Quarters; and Salamatu Kabir, 45, of Sabuwar Unguwa Quarters. Another victim, Hafsat Zubairu, 15-year-old, from Masanawa Quarters, “He was referred to the Federal University Hospital for further medical care,” Makama wrote.
Police authorities confirmed that the organizers of the Zakkat distribution have been invited for questioning, while an investigation into the stampede is underway.