Atiku Abubakar Mourns 35 Children Killed in Ibadan Stampede
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic stampede that killed 35 children at a funfair in Ibadan. The incident occurred at Islamic High School, Orita Bashorun. Authorities have arrested seven suspects linked to the disaster.
Atiku shared his grief on X, lamenting the loss faced by the victims’ families. He questioned how parents who sent their children to a joyful event must now face unimaginable pain.
“How do we tell nearly three dozen parents and wards that the children they saw off with excitement to a holiday funfair in Ibadan will not be returning home, not even late for Christmas?” he wrote.
He called the tragedy heartbreaking and prayed for the families. “My thoughts and prayers are with the families who may have had their beautiful flowers plucked from them so early in the day,” he added.
Atiku offered his condolences to the Oyo State government and the people affected. He prayed for comfort for the grieving families and healing for the injured. “May the beautiful souls of the deceased rest in peace,” he concluded.
The stampede has raised concerns over safety at public events. Investigations continue as authorities work to ensure justice for the victims. The tragedy highlights the urgent need for better crowd control and safety measures nationwide.