Tinubu expresses sadness over Ibadan funfair tragedy

President Bola Tinubu has expressed profound sadness over the tragic incident at the Children’s FunFair in Ibadan, which reportedly resulted in the loss of innocent lives and left many injured.

According to a statement on Thursday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy), the President has extended his heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of Oyo, as well as to the grieving families who have lost their beloved children.

It noted that in this moment of mourning, the President 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 statement informed that President Tinubu has urgently directed the relevant authorities to investigate the circumstances of this tragedy thoroughly.

He emphasized that it is imperative to determine whether negligence or deliberate actions contributed to this painful incident, ensuring a transparent and accountable process.

The President urged the Oyo State Government to take every necessary measure to prevent such a tragedy from reoccurring.

The statement noted that 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.

“Our children’s safety and well-being remain paramount. No event should ever compromise their safety or take precedence over their lives,” the statement quoted him as saying.