Heartbreaking Incident: Fatalities and Injuries at Christ the King Procession in Abia
Tragedy struck during the Christ the King procession in Abia State, Nigeria, when two Catholic women lost their lives, and many others, including children, were injured.
The incident occurred as worshippers participated in the annual religious event organized by the Catholic Church to celebrate the solemnity of Christ the King.
Reports suggest that a vehicle lost control and plowed into the procession, causing chaos and inflicting severe injuries on several participants.
The injured were rushed to nearby hospitals for treatment, while the community and church leaders expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives.
Photos and videos from the scene depict a somber atmosphere, with clergy and parishioners offering prayers for the victims.
The Catholic Diocese involved has called for calm and cooperation with authorities as investigations into the tragic incident continue.
Many have also called on the government to enforce stricter safety measures during large public events to prevent such occurrences in the future.