Prophetess Naomi Silekunola Ogunwusi, the former queen of the Ooni of Ife, slumped while in police detention amid investigations into the tragic stampede at a children’s funfair in Ibadan.
She was quickly taken to the Police Hospital in Eleyele for treatment.
According to Punch, she was brought in alongside broadcaster Oriyomi Hamzat, who co-hosted the ill-fated event.
A senior staff member of the police hospital confirmed the development.
“Both of them are currently at the hospital. They brought them in today. But I can’t give you further details because it is a sensitive matter and the police have barricaded the whole hospital,” the hospital worker said.
The funfair, intended for 5,000 children, saw a turnout of over 7,500, leading to a deadly rush that claimed the lives of 35 children and injured several others.
Many of the injured were taken to hospitals, where some remain under care.
The police have arrested eight people, and the Inspector General of Police has now taken charge of the investigation.
Meanwhile, Agidigbo FM, one of the organizers, has been shut down.
In response to the tragedy, the Oyo State Government has ordered stricter safety rules for public events, especially those involving children.
Governor Seyi Makinde canceled his December 25 birthday celebration to honour the victims, calling the event a painful and preventable loss.
Families of the victims and the entire community are still in shock as the probe continues.
