A tragic stampede during a church-organized food distribution in Nigeria's Port Harcourt claimed at least 31 lives on May 28, with witnesses describing scenes of chaos as overcrowding spiraled into disaster. 🌍👥
The event, intended to aid vulnerable communities, turned fatal when crowds surged toward volunteers handing out supplies. Local reports suggest limited exits and poor crowd control worsened the situation. One attendee told CGTN Stringer: 'People were pushing… it felt like the ground was shaking.'
This incident highlights the risks of large-scale aid efforts in areas grappling with economic hardship. Similar tragedies have occurred during relief distributions in Nigeria and other regions, raising questions about safety protocols. 💔
Authorities are investigating the incident while communities mourn. As Nigeria faces rising inflation and food insecurity, balancing urgent humanitarian needs with event management remains a critical challenge. 📉🛑
