Stampede: Nasarawa Governor Orders Probe into University Stampede
The governor expressed sadness over the tragedy and extended condolences to the families of the deceased students. He directed the university authorities and security agencies to commence an immediate investigation into the matter.
Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has called for an investigation into a stampede that resulted in the deaths of two female students at Nasarawa State University, Keffi. The incident occurred during the distribution of palliatives initiated by the state government.
The governor expressed sadness over the tragedy and extended condolences to the families of the deceased students. He directed the university authorities and security agencies to commence an immediate investigation into the matter.
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The distribution of rice and cash to students in tertiary institutions across the state had been widely applauded, with successful distributions reported in various institutions. The state deputy governor, Dr. Emmanuel Akabe, visited those who sustained injuries in the stampede.