The Omo-Ajorosun Club of Ibadanland has identified with the government and people of Oyo State, particularly Ibadan over a stampede that occurred during a children fun fair on the 18th December, 2024 leading to deaths of over 35 children and many hospitalised.
The President of the Club, Chief Engr. Sunday Gbenjo described the incident as unfortunate and avoidable one and call for investigation into the matter.
“We received with rude shock the incident that occurred at Islamic High, Basorun Ibadan in the early hours of yesterday which involved the former queen of His Imperial Majesty, Ooni of Ife, Queen Naomi as the convener of the funfair to celebrate children in this festive season, which led to a stampede leading to the death of about 35 children as at press time and several others receiving treatment. While we are aware of the swift response of the State Government in investigating the matter, we commiserate with the families of those involved and demand justice” Bashorun (Engr) Sunday Oyekanmi Gbenjo further stated that to avoid future occurrence organizers of big events of such nature must plan properly and invest in crowd management and security of the events.