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25 Die, Several Others Injured in Parts of Nigeria While Celebrating Buhari’s Victory
At least 25 people are said to have died in Abuja, Kano, Makurdi and Kontagora, while celebrating president – elect Buhari’s victory.
According to Vanguard, “17 of the victims died in Kano, four died in Abuja, three in Kontagora, Niger State and one in Makurdi, the Benue State capital.” Several others are said to have sustained injuries.
Kano State Police Public Relations Officer, Magaji Majia, confirmed the news, stating that investigations are currently ongoing into what circumstances led to the deaths during the wild celebrations.
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