Children’s Day: No casualty recorded from Ogbemudia stadium incident – says CMD

Nigerianobservernews | 29-05-2026 05:17am |

Dr. Anthonia Njoku, the Chief Medical Director of Edo Specialist Hospital, has addressed recent social media claims regarding the alleged deaths of five pupils during the Children’s Day celebration at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium. In a press briefing held in Benin, she confirmed that no casualties were recorded from the incident. Dr. Njoku stated that the hospital's emergency response team was activated promptly to manage the situation, ensuring that all necessary medical assistance was provided. The clarification aims to dispel misinformation circulating online about the event.

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