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Three Feared Dead as Fight Erupts at BOUESTI Graduates’ Party
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By Joseph Sunday
Three former students of the Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology, Ikere Ekiti (BOUESTI) in Ekiti State has been reportedly feared dead during a fight that erupted at the graduates party held at an Ikere Ekiti hotel to celebrate the successful completion of their studies after the University’s 2nd Convocation Ceremony.
According to a report by rayopost.com, it was revealed that the incident occurred at a popular hotel in the town, where scores of students and fresh graduates had gathered to celebrate the successful second convocation ceremony of Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology (BOUESTI).
Eyewitness accounts indicated that the atmosphere, initially charged with excitement and jubilation, descended into chaos after a disagreement among some attendees escalated into a violent altercation.
The situation reportedly spiraled out of control when individuals allegedly began wielding sharp objects, triggering panic among partygoers.
According to sources, the fear of imminent danger led to a frantic rush for safety, resulting in a stampede within the premises.
In the confusion that followed, several persons were said to have fainted and been trampled upon.
“Unfortunately, in the ensuing melee, three persons lost their lives,” a source disclosed.
“Two of the victims died as a result of the stampede, while another was reportedly attacked during the violence. One of those who died was a fresh graduate who had participated in the convocation ceremony earlier that day.”
The tragedy has been further compounded by reports that two of the deceased were siblings, throwing their family and the wider community into deep mourning.
As of the time of filing this report by rayopost.com, authorities of the Nigeria Police Force in Ekiti State had yet to issue an official statement on the incident.
Efforts to confirm arrests or further details surrounding the circumstances of the violence were ongoing.