Ibadan Stampede: Hon Monsuru Adeyemo ‘Socrates’ Mourns Victims, Empathises with ‘Affected Families’

Honourable Monsuru Akintunde Adeyemo ‘Socrates,’ a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and member of the House of Representatives hopeful in the forthcoming byelection of Ibadan North Federal Constituency, has expressed his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims of the tragic stampede that occurred at a Christmas funfair in Ibadan on Wednesday.

In a solidarity message, Hon. Adeyemo lamented the loss of innocent lives, stating that the incident could have been prevented if certain steps had been taken. He also commended the swift response of the Oyo State Police Command, which has arrested eight persons in connection with the incident.

According to reports, 35 minors have been confirmed dead, while six others are critically injured and receiving medical attention. The case has been transferred to the Homicide Section of the State Criminal Investigation Department, Iyaganku, for further investigation.

Hon. Adeyemo called for justice to be served, saying that the incident was a sad reminder of the need for proper planning and safety measures at public events. He also urged the authorities to take necessary steps to prevent such incidents in the future.

As a member of the APC and a hopeful for the House of Representatives, Hon. Adeyemo has demonstrated his commitment to the welfare of the people of Ibadan North Federal Constituency. His message of condolence and call for justice are a testament to his leadership and dedication to serving the community.