Nigeria: Stampede in Port Harcourt, May 28; dozens of casualties

Event

At least 21 people were killed in a stampede at the Port Harcourt Polo Club, early May 28. The stampede, the cause of which is unclear, occurred during a church-organized event.

Officials are likely to maintain a heightened security presence in the area in the coming hours. Localized ground travel delays are possible as the emergency response continues.

Advice

Exercise caution in the affected location and heed the advisories of local officials. Plan for localized ground travel delays.