Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has confirmed the arrest of the organisers of a children’s carnival where a tragic stampede occurred, resulting in loss of life.
Key Details:
1. Incident Location: Islamic High School, Basorun, Ibadan
2. Governor’s Response: Expressed deep concern and assured thorough investigation
3. Actions Taken: Medical personnel and ambulances deployed, event shut down, attendees escorted out
Governor Makinde’s Statement:
“Earlier today, an incident occurred at Islamic High School, Basorun. We’ve taken steps to ensure no further deaths. Investigations are ongoing, and primary organisers are in custody.”
Next Steps:
1. Investigation to uncover circumstances leading to the tragedy
2. Those found culpable will face justice
The Governor has assured the public that a thorough investigation has commenced to uncover the circumstances leading to the tragic incident. Medical personnel and ambulances were swiftly deployed to the scene to provide assistance.
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To mitigate the impact of the incident, the event was promptly shut down, and all attendees were safely escorted out of the venue. Governor Makinde has emphasized his commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of all citizens in Oyo State.
The incident has sparked concerns about event safety and crowd control measures. The Governor has vowed to take necessary steps to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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