President Bola Tinubu has directed relevant authorities to investigate the circumstances that led to the tragic incident at the children’s FunFair in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.
The President in a statement made available by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy emphasised that it is imperative to determine whether negligence or deliberate actions contributed to the painful incident, ensuring a transparent and accountable process.
The President extended his heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of Oyo State, as well as to the grieving families who have lost their beloved children.
The statement read in part; “… 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 President urged the Oyo State Government to take every necessary measure to prevent such a tragedy from reoccurring. Among the essential actions are a comprehensive review of all public Events’ safety measures, strict enforcement of safety regulations, and regular safety audits of Event venues.
Furthermore, 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.
(Editor: Ken Eseni)
