Oriyomi, Queen Naomi, Islamic School Principal Remanded In Prison

Estranged Wife of Ooni of Ife, Two Others Remanded in Agodi Correctional Centre Over Ibadan Stampede

Naomi Ogunwusi, the estranged wife of the Ooni of Ife, along with the Principal of Islamic High School, Bashorun, Ibadan, Mr. Abdullah Fasasi, and renowned broadcaster, Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat, has been remanded at the Agodi Correctional Centre in Ibadan, Oyo State.

The trio was arraigned before Chief Magistrate Bisi Ogunkanmi at the Iyaganku Magistrate’s Court on four charges related to conspiracy and murder following a stampede at a children’s funfair in Ibadan on Wednesday.

The defendants, who all pleaded not guilty, are being held in connection with the tragic event that led to the loss of lives and injuries during the event.

Chief Magistrate Ogunkanmi ordered their remand pending further hearings and adjourned the case to January 14, 2025 for continuation.

Further details regarding the stampede, including the specific allegations against the defendants, are yet to be disclosed as investigations into the incident continue.

Updates will be provided as new information emerges.