Ibadan Stampede: NGF, House Call For Investigation

By Ayodele Oni

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) and the House of Representatives have expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of over 30 children in a stampede at a Christmas event in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State.

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen,  expressed sadness over the death of children due to a stampede at a funfair in Ibadan, Oyo State. He described the incident as unfortunate.

The incident, which also injured many others, took place at a party attended by students. The organizer was, allegedly, the former wife of the Ooni of Ife.

Among those involved were the school principal and event organizers.

Governor Seyi Makinde, the NGF Vice Chairman, received condolences from the forum, as well as from the families affected by the tragedy.

President Bola Tinubu has called for a thorough investigation into the event.

The NGF has offered its condolences to the victims’ families and the people of Oyo State, wishing them strength as they cope with the loss.

The forum has also backed the investigation, urging actions to prevent future incidents like this.

Speaker Abbas, in his condolence message issued through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Musa Abdullahi Krishi, commiserated with the Government and the people of Oyo State, especially the families of the victims.

The Speaker, while calling for a thorough investigation of the incident to forestall a recurrence, called for caution during the Christmas and New Year celebrations.