IBADAN TRAGEDY: TINUBU GRIEVES FOR VICTIMS, CALLS FOR PROBE
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President Bola Tinubu has expressed his sorrow for the people killed and numerous more injured in the stampede at a children’s funfair in Ibadan, Oyo State.
Thirty-five youngsters have been confirmed killed one day after the horrific event.
The President expressed his sympathies to the Oyo State government and people, especially to the bereaved families who lost their children in the tragic incident, in a statement released by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga.
“President Tinubu has urgently directed the relevant authorities to investigate the circumstances of this tragedy thoroughly.
“The President extends his heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of Oyo State, as well as to the grieving families who have lost their beloved children.
“In this moment of mourning, President Tinubu stands in solidarity with the affected families and offers prayers that the Almighty God will grant peace to the souls of those who have departed in this unfortunate event,” the statement read.
In order to ensure a transparent and accountable process, the President emphasized how crucial it is to ascertain whether carelessness or intentional actions led to this traumatic event.
Additionally, Tinubu asked the Oyo State Government to do everything in its power to stop a tragedy like this from happening again.
He reaffirmed the administration’s dedication to children’s safety and welfare, contending that nothing should ever jeopardize their security or take precedence over their lives.
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