The Iyalode Ibadan in council under the leadership of Oloye Theresa Laduntan Oyekanmi – the Iyalode of Ibadanland and the entire members of the Iyalode in council are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of 35 young lives at the Ibadan children’s funfair at Islamic High school Basorun in Ibadan.
We commiserate with Kabiyesi, HIM Oba Owolabi Ige Olakulehin 1, the Olubadan Of Ibadanland, His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Oyo State Engineer Seyi Abiodun Makinde, the Government of Oyo State, the families of the victims, the Conveners of the event, and the people of Ibadanland.
This unfortunate incident has left us in a state of shock and grief. As mothers, grandmothers, and caregivers, we can not imagine the pain and anguish that the families of the victims and the conveners of the event must be going through. We pray that the Almighty God grants them the strength and fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.As traditional leaders, we recognize the importance of ensuring the safety and well-being of our children. We urge the relevant authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident and to take immediate action to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.In particular, we recommend that:
1. The government and event organizers ensure that all public events, especially those involving children, adhere to strict safety protocols.
2. Regular inspections and monitoring of public events be conducted to prevent overcrowding and ensure compliance with safety standards.
3. Emergency response plans should be put in place to respond quickly and effectively in the event of an incident.We also call on parents, guardians, and caregivers to remain vigilant and ensure that their children are aware of basic safety precautions when attending public events.
Once again, we offer our heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and the people of Ibadanland. May the souls of the departed children rest in peace.Signed, Oloye Dr.Ayo AlagaAjia Iyalode of Ibadanland.Secretary For: Iyalode in council.