Niger Govt House stampede: Nigerians should not die seeking N10,000 - Atiku

Author: Seun OpejobiPublished on: September 30, 2026Country: Nigeria
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Niger Govt House stampede: Nigerians should not die seeking N10,000 - Atiku

Presidential candidate of the ADC, Atiku Abubakar, expressed deep sorrow over the death of three people in a stampede at Niger State Government House after a crowd gathered for a N10,000 distribution. He urged the Niger State Government to investigate the circumstances of the deaths, support the families and injured, and ensure future safety measures. Atiku emphasized that Nigerians should not risk their lives for small aid and called for dignity and safety in government assistance, especially as Nigeria approaches Independence Day.

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