Rivers state has been plunged into mourning as at least eight people were reportedly stampeded to death at a Xmas palliative sharing centre.

The tragic incident occurred on Tuesday morning, December 15, in Rumuodara town of Obio/Akpor local government area.

According to our source, the tragedy began when hundreds of people said to be members of Bitcoin, an online blockchain digital assets designed for giving charity, gathered at the centre to receive some palliative ahead of the Christmas.

However, the crowd became uncontrollable as people struggled to gain access to the office, leading to the stampede.

Speaking on the incident, the Rivers police command said the situation is being closely monitored to avert further tragedy.Xmas: 8 die at palliative sharing centre in Rivers

Eight people have reportedly died during a stamped at a palliative sharing centre in Rivers. Credit: Gov Nyesom Ezenwo Wike

The command gave this assurance through its police public relations officer, Nnamdi Omoni.