It was a chaotic night on Thursday in Calabar, when at least
30 football fans were electrocuted while watching a football match. The sad
incident occurred when high tension cable broke off and fell on a viewing
centre where they were gathered, leading to their electrocution.
The ugly incident occurred at the viewing center in Atimbo
area of Calabar, while Manchester United and RSC Anderlecht of Belgim when the
tragedy struck.
It is not yet certain the exact official figure of
casualties from the accident, but sources on ground say no fewer than 30 people
lost their lives.
The Cross River State Police Command is expected to make an
official statement regarding the tragedy later today.
Manchester United reached the Europa League semifinals for
the first time after beating Anderlecht 2-1 on Thursday.
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