President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic stampede at a children's funfair in Ibadan, Oyo State, which resulted in the loss of 35 young lives. He has ordered a thorough investigation into the incident and urged the Oyo State Government to prevent such tragedies from happening again.
President Bola Tinubu has mourned the victims of the stampede at a children’s funfair in Ibadan , Oyo State, which claimed several lives and left many others injured. DAILY POST reports that a day after the tragic incident, 35 minors have been confirmed dead. In a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, the President extended his condolences to the government and people of Oyo State and, particularly, to the grieving families who have lost their children in the unfortunate event.
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. The President stressed that it is imperative to determine whether negligence or deliberate actions contributed to this painful incident, ensuring a transparent and accountable process. Tinubu also urged the Oyo State Government to take every necessary measure to prevent such a tragedy from reoccurring. He reiterated his administration’s commitment to the safety and well-being of children, arguing that no event should ever compromise their safety or take precedence over their lives
STAMPEDE CHILDREN FUNFAIR IBADAN NIGERIA PRESIDENT TINUBU CONDOLENCES INVESTIGATION
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