Governors Mourns Children Killed in Oyo Christmas Party Stampede
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic deaths of several children in a stampede at a Christmas party in Ibadan, Oyo State. The incident occurred during festive celebrations, sending shockwaves through the community.
In a statement released on Friday morning, the NGF extended heartfelt condolences to His Excellency Governor Seyi Makinde, the families of the victims, and the people of Oyo State. The statement read, “We join in this national mourning and our hearts are with everyone concerned — especially so as the festive season begins! We join Mr. President to call for the immediate probe of the stampede to forestall the reoccurrence of such sad incidents in any part of the country.”
The NGF also called for a thorough investigation into the incident, echoing the national sentiment for justice and accountability. “We pray that God give solace to the bereaved families and rest the souls of the little children that we lost in the incident,” the statement concluded.
The Forum, led by NGF Chairman Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, expressed a collective sense of grief as the country comes together during this difficult time. The NGF reiterated its commitment to ensuring safety at public events to prevent future tragedies.
As Oyo State continues to mourn, calls for swift action and preventive measures are growing louder. The stampede, which occurred in the midst of Christmas celebrations, has left the community in shock and disbelief.
