Ibadan Stampede: Ooni’s Ex-Queen Naomi Not Abandoned As Ife Monarch Shows Support
A statement issued by the Palace of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi has shown that the former Queen Naomi Silenkunola Ogunseyi is not alone in the tragedy that befell 35 children who died at the funfair on Wednesday in Ibadan.
The monarch’s spokesman Moses Olafare expressed sympathy in a Thursday statement issued to address the tragic situation in Oyo State especially to the families of children who lost their lives at the event.
According to the State’s Police investigation, the death toll of the children has hit 35 with some others in critical condition.
Few hours ago, the former queen Naomi Ogunseyi, the major convener of the event was arrested along side other participants.
This development has made the Ife Monarch to show Naomi support, mourning the tragic incident and attesting to the fact that the former Queen had organised similar programmes in the past to show care to the less privileged ones in the society.
The statement read:
“We share in the grief and pains that have engulfed the affected families. We pray that Olodumare grants them the fortitude to bear this trying time,”
“While at the Ile Oodua here as a queen, Miss Naomi Silekuola Ogunseyi demonstrated love and care to the children of Ile-Ife through similar events which she executed passionately to give succour to children of indigent parents every December periods like this.
“The House of Oduduwa pledges to support all efforts aimed at bringing solace and healing to those affected by this devastating loss.
“The House of Oduduwa calls for immediate actions to prevent such unfortunate incidents in the future, emphasizing the need for rigorous adherence to safety standards and child welfare policies in educational institutions.”
“While the situation calls for solemn reflection and collective responsibility, we would want to express dismay at the unprofessional conduct of some bloggers who have chosen to sensationalize the tragic incident rather than uphold journalistic integrity.
“The House of Oduduwa encourages all stakeholders, from government officials to the media and citizens, to unite in compassion and constructive dialogue. Let us honour the memories of the departed by fostering a culture of care, respect, and accountability in our communities,”.
The police said the case has since been transferred to the Homicide Section of the State Criminal Investigation Department, Iyaganku with a Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge leading the investigations.
Ooni’s spokesman expressed sympathy with the Government of Oyo State and the families of the children whose lives were lost in the tragedy.
The ex- Queen Naomi organised the event through her foundation called
Wings.
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