Vice-President Kashim Shettima has expressed deep sorrow over the recent stampedes that have claimed the lives of over 65 people across Nigeria, offering condolences to the grieving families and assuring that the federal government will provide immediate support to those affected......Read The Full Article>>.....Read The Full Article>>
In a statement issued on Sunday, Shettima described the incidents, which occurred at a funfair in Ibadan, Oyo State, and at food distribution events in Anambra and Abuja, as a national tragedy. On Wednesday, a stampede at a funfair in Ibadan claimed the lives of more than 35 people, mostly children. On Saturday, two more incidents unfolded one in Ojika, Anambra, and another in Maitama, Abuja during the distribution of rice and other relief materials, resulting in the deaths of over 30 people.
“I am extremely saddened by these tragic incidents that have claimed innocent lives,” Shettima said. “My prayers and thoughts are with the grieving families of all victims, including those who sustained injuries and are undergoing treatment.”
The Vice-President expressed particular distress over the loss of so many lives, especially children, and the fact that such tragedies could have been avoided with better planning and organization. “This is not just a loss for individual states; it is a loss for the entire nation,” Shettima remarked. “May the Almighty God grant eternal rest to the souls of the departed.”
Shettima reassured affected families that the federal government has taken steps to provide immediate relief. “We have directed relevant agencies to provide immediate support to affected families. To those currently receiving treatment in various hospitals, their recovery is our priority, and we will stand with them through this challenging time,” he said.
The Vice-President’s statement highlights the government’s commitment to ensuring the well-being of citizens in the aftermath of such devastating events, with a clear focus on providing both immediate and long-term support for those affected.
