Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has expressed his heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Oyo State, as well as the families of the victims, following the tragic stampede during a children’s carnival in Ibadan that reportedly claimed the lives of over 30 children.
Kalu is deeply saddened by the devastating news and acknowledges the unimaginable tragedy has left an indelible mark on the nation’s collective conscience.
He shared his thoughts and prayers with those impacted by the tragedy and reaffirmed his commitment to supporting initiatives that promote safety, well-being, and the protection of human life.
The Deputy Speaker urged all stakeholders to work together to ensure that such tragedies are prevented in the future.
“We are profoundly disturbed by this tragedy. My thoughts and prayers are with those who have been impacted by this devastating event.
“As we mourn the loss of these young lives, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting initiatives that promote safety, well-being, and the protection of human life. I urge all stakeholders to work together to ensure that such tragedies are prevented in the future.
“I offer my deepest condolences to the government, the people, and the families of the victims. May the souls of the departed rest in peace, and may we all find strength in our collective grief”, Kalu said.
Signed:
Levinus Nwabughiogu, Chief Press Secretary to the Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, Federal Republic of Nigeria.
