Ibadan Stampede: Oriyomi Hamzat Regains Freedom After Meeting Bail Conditions

Oriyomi Hamzat

Nigerian broadcaster, Oriyomi Hamzat, has been released from detention after meeting his bail conditions.  

Recall that on Monday, January 13, 2025, the Oyo State High Court granted bail to Hamzat, Ooni of Ife's ex-wife, Naomi Silekunola, and Fasasi Abdullahi, the principal of the Islamic High School, Basorun, Ibadan where 35 children died in a stampede during a children funfair organised by Naomi in conjunction with Hamzat.

In a video posted on X on Tuesday, Hamzat was seen amid a group of people.

While addressing them in Yoruba, he said;

“Oriyomi is back! I’m in a time of reflection, so I’ll remain silent for now. Thank you very much; I’m truly grateful. You may take your leave.”

Following the incident, Oriyomi, Naomi, and Fasasi were remanded at the Agodi Correctional Centre. They were charged with four counts bordering on conspiracy, negligence causing harm, and failing to provide adequate security and medical facilities.