A stampede at a concert by a popular Nigerian musician, Asake in Nairobi, Kenya, has resulted in the death of a 20-year-old woman, Karen Lojore.
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The incident, which was triggered by overcrowding, occurred on Saturday, December 20, at the Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi.
Reports say on-site paramedics carried out emergency resuscitation efforts before rushing Lojore to Nairobi West Hospital, where she was later confirmed dead.
Confirming the incident, the show organizer, Tukutane Entertainment on its Instagram page expressed sadness.
“We are deeply saddened to confirm that a tragic incident occurred during our December 20th concert, resulting in the loss of life.
“Our hearts are with the family, friends, and loved ones affected by this devastating loss. We’re cooperating fully with emergency services and the appropriate authorities as they work to understand what happened.”
This is not the first time a fatal stampede has happened at Asake’s concert.
It was reported that a 33-year-old Nigerian mother of two, Rebecca Ikumelo lost her life in December 2022, at Asake’s concert in
Brixton O2 Academy in London after sustaining severe injuries during stampede.
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