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Makinde Orders Probe Into Ibadan Children's Funfair Stampede Tragedy

19 December

Reported by Ayooluwa Afolabi

Oyo State Governor Engr. Seyi Makinde declared on Wednesday that anyone involved in the tragic incident that resulted in multiple deaths and injuries in Ibadan, the state’s capital, will be held accountable for their actions.


Governor Makinde made this statement following the funfair stampede at Islamic High School, Bashorun, noting that the primary organizers of the event that led to the stampede have been taken into custody as investigations continue.


He stated that measures have been put in place to prevent further deaths at the venue by deploying security personnel to restore order.


“Earlier today, an incident occurred in Islamic High School Bashorun, the venue of an event organized for families. Sadly, a stampede at the venue has led to multiple loss of lives and injuries,” Makinde wrote on X.


“This is a very sad day for us in Oyo State. We sympathize with the parents whose joy has suddenly turned to mourning due to these deaths.


“We have taken steps to ensure no further deaths are recorded at this venue by deploying security agents to restore order at the venue. We also deployed medical personnel and ambulances to the venue.


“The event has been stopped, and attendees have been escorted out of the venue. We are taking all realistic measures to ensure that the venue is secured.


“While investigations are ongoing, the primary organizers of the event that led to this stampede have been taken into custody.”


The Oyo governor reassured residents that anyone directly or remotely involved in the disaster would be held accountable.


Makinde asked that people remain calm as security agencies investigate the incident while also extending his condolences to the families and loved ones affected by the tragedy.



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