Ibadan Funfair Stampede Leads To Death Of 35 Children, Tinubu Expresses Sadness Over Tragic Event

President Bola Tinubu expressed sorrow over the tragic incident at a children's funfair in Ibadan, Oyo State, which resulted in the loss of several lives and left many injured.

Tinubu offered his condolences to the Oyo State government and its people, especially to the families who lost their children in the tragedy. According to multiple reports, 32 children died in a stampede at the funfair in Ibadan on Wednesday. By Thursday, the death toll had risen to 35.

"This is a deeply painful moment for the entire nation," the president said, as per Special Adviser on Information & Strategy Bayo Onanuga's shared statement on X. "I extend my heartfelt sympathies to the families enduring this unimaginable loss."

The president expressed sympathy, saying that his thoughts and prayers were with the victims and their families during this tragic time. To prevent similar incidents in the future, the president has ordered a full investigation into what led to the tragedy.

He said there was a need to find out the truth and determine if negligence or intentional actions were involved. The president highlighted the importance of ensuring a transparent process and holding anyone accountable if negligence is found.

Tinubu noted this tragic event highlighted the need for a complete review of safety measures at public events. He stressed that regular safety checks and strict enforcement of rules should be standard to prevent future tragedies.

He also urged event organizers across the country to always prioritize the safety of attendees, especially children. The president emphasized that the safety and well-being of children must always come first, and that no event should ever put their safety at risk.

The president highlighted the importance of professional security, planning, and logistics in making sure public events meet the highest safety standards.

Tinubu prayed for the souls of those who passed away, asking for peace for the grieving families and strength for those recovering from the trauma.

People have been reacting to the president's statement in the comments, with some expressing frustration. One comment questioned the need for an investigation, pointing out the struggles many Nigerian families face, including the inability to afford basic food.

Another comment criticized the government, claiming that the country's leaders, driven by selfish interests, were responsible for the children's deaths. The commenter argued that the tragedy was caused by hunger and blamed the country's policies for the dire situation, suggesting that a simple meal could have prevented the deaths.

Earlier this year, Nigerian residents looted a government warehouse in the country's capital Abuja City to grab food items, as the country deals with an economic crisis.