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At Least 129 People Killed And 180 Injured in Stadium Stampede During Indonesia Football League Game [Photos/Videos]
At least 129 people have been killed and around 180 injured at a soccer match in Indonesia after a crowd stampede during a riot, in what is believed to be the most deadliest sports incident ever.
Video footage from local news channels showed fans streaming onto the pitch in the stadium in Malang after Arema lost 3-2 to Persebaya Surabaya.
In the process of the fans trying to express their frustration, police officers then fired tear gas in an attempt to control the situation.
This resulted in a stampede, with many dying from suffocation, East Java police chief Nico Afinta told reporters.
“It had gotten anarchic. They started attacking officers, they damaged cars,” he said, adding the crush occurred when fans fled for an exit gate.
“We regret and deplore the tragedy.”
Images showed people who appeared to have lost consciousness being carried away by other fans.
The use of tear gas goes against World soccer’s governing body FIFA’s rules which specifies in its safety regulations that no firearms or “crowd control gas” should be carried or used by stewards or police.
The country’s chief security minister, Mahfud MD, said in an Instagram post the stadium had been filled beyond its capacity.
He alleged 42,000 tickets had been issued for a stadium that is only supposed to hold 38,000 people.
The Indonesian top league, BRI Liga 1, has now suspended games for a week and an investigation had been launched, the Football Association of Indonesia said.
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129 dead after fans #stampede to exit Indonesian soccer match.#kanjuruhan #Indonesia pic.twitter.com/wZhTYKQ6un
— Eyewitness (@iWitnessUpdate) October 2, 2022
#breaking Police say 129 dead & 180 injured (many seriously) as chaos erupts at soccer match in Malang, Indonesia. Riot police used tear gas to stop post-game brawls. Fans rushed for exit & died of suffocation & trampling. @PATRICKCNN @paulanewtonCNN MORE https://t.co/ekaRoMNiYC pic.twitter.com/XT9fR2LpMz
— Will Ripley (@willripleyCNN) October 2, 2022
The renewed agreement reinforces the longstanding partnership between the artist and the label. It positions Chadreek for the next phase of his career with enhanced support across music production, distribution, marketing, and international expansion.
Known for his smooth vocal delivery and consistent output, Chadreek has steadily cultivated a dedicated following through standout records including Ori Mi (featuring Seyi Vibez), Better Dayz, Awure, and his earlier project No Bad Vibe. The renewed deal is expected to accelerate his momentum as he prepares new music and broadens his presence across Africa and global markets.
A source close to the camp confirmed that both parties are fully aligned on a clear vision for the artist’s next chapter, with a strong emphasis on high-quality releases and strategic growth.
This renewal marks another significant milestone in Chadreek’s journey as he continues to establish his place within the Afrobeats landscape.
About Chadreek
Chadreek is a Nigerian singer and songwriter signed to SauceBoi Music. He is recognised for his distinctive voice and a growing catalogue of Afrobeats records that blend melody, emotion, and street energy.
About SauceBoi Music
SauceBoi Music is a UK-based record label committed to developing and promoting talent across the Afrobeats and broader African music scenes.
Josh2Funny’s Album Has Fans Talking — But Should He Stick To Music Or Skits? 😂🎶
Nigerian comedian and content creator Josh2Funny has taken his comedy game into music, and Nigerians are definitely having something to say about it.
The comedian released his 15-track album, “On Behalf of Josh,” on July 10, 2026, but instead of fading away after release, the project has continued to generate conversations on X.
And the big question now is:
Should Josh2Funny continue with music or go back to skits? 😂
Fans have been divided. While some listeners openly criticized the album and told him to return to comedy, others found songs they genuinely enjoyed.
One X user joked:
“Josh2Funny stopped doing skits and started music, Everybody wan chop this music money 😂”
Another simply said:
“This Josh2Funny Album no enter make he just go back skit abeg 😂”
But then came “Lembe.” 🔥
The track caught fire on X and eventually became a trending topic in Nigeria. The #LembeChallenge also gained momentum as creators began jumping on the song.
Josh2Funny later announced ₦1 million for winners of the challenge, giving the song another major push.
And it didn’t stop there.
‘INTERNATIONAL’ FT. ICE PRINCE ALSO TRENDED
On another day, “International” featuring Ice Prince generated its own buzz on X.
One fan even called it their favourite song from the album, while praising the collaboration. The post itself pulled thousands of views, showing that people weren’t only talking about Lembe.
From album criticism to trending songs and challenges, “On Behalf of Josh” has kept Josh2Funny’s name in the conversation.
Whether you love the album or think he should return to skits, one thing is clear:
Josh2Funny has succeeded in getting Nigerians talking. 😂🔥
So, let’s settle this once and for all:
Should Josh2Funny continue with MUSIC 🎶 or return to SKITS 😂?
Music or Skits? Drop your answer! 👇
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