●Condoles with bereaved families
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu expressed profound sadness over the tragic incident at the Children’s FunFair in Ibadan, which resulted in the loss of innocent lives and left many injured.
The President extended his heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Oyo State, as well as to the grieving families who lost their beloved children.
In a statement, Presidential Spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, said, “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.”
Consequently, President Tinubu directed the relevant authorities to investigate the circumstances of the tragedy thoroughly.
He emphasised that it was imperative to determine whether negligence or deliberate actions contributed to the painful incident
He said the relevant authorities should ensure a transparent and accountable process.
The President urged the Oyo State Government to take every necessary measure to prevent such a tragedy from recurring.
He listed actions to be taken to include a comprehensive review of all public events’ safety measures, strict enforcement of safety regulations, and regular safety audits of event venues.
President Tinubu called on event organisers to prioritise the safety of all attendees, especially children.
He stressed the importance of integrating professional security, protocol, and logistics at events to ensure the utmost safety of all participants.
“Our children’s safety and well-being remain paramount. No event should ever compromise their safety or take precedence over their lives,” President Tinubu was quoted to have said.
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