Moriana Maruf : “Fatal Dog Attack on 5-Year-Old in Ibadan”

In a heart-wrenching incident in Adagbada, Apete, Ibadan, Oyo State, a five-year-old girl named Moriana Maruf tragically lost her life after being viciously attacked by a dog. The canine, belonging to Mrs Eunice Kolade, mauled the young girl at approximately 7:40 am on a Sunday morning. Despite being rushed to a local hospital, Moriana was later transferred to the prestigious University College Hospital (UCH) in Ibadan, where she sadly succumbed to her injuries.

Following the horrific attack, the dog responsible for the fatal incident was euthanised by Mr Sunday, a concerned resident of the area. Reports from an anonymous source shed light on the severity of the attack, revealing that Moriana was left unrecognisable due to the extent of her injuries.

The tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the community, prompting an ongoing investigation by the state police command. Adewale Osifeso, the Public Relations Officer, confirmed that efforts are underway to understand the circumstances surrounding the fatal dog attack.