Governors, National Assembly Should Share Their Strategy For Distributing Palliatives Without Tragedies – Igbokwe

Igbokwe made this statement while reacting to recent stampedes that claimed several lives in Okija, Anambra State, Ibadan, Oyo State, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

In Okija, at least 20 residents lost their lives during a rice distribution event on Saturday. Similarly, a stampede occurred at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Maitama, Abuja, resulting in fatalities.

Reacting via a Facebook post, Igbokwe wrote, “Given what we saw in Ibadan, Abuja, and Anambra, I think we need to engage the Governors and National Assembly members to teach us how they have been sharing palliatives for years without tragic consequences. We learn every day.”

“Queen Naomi Didn’t Intend for This Tragedy,” Says Igbokwe on Ibadan Stampede

In another statement, Igbokwe urged Nigerians to pray for Prophetess Naomi Shikemi, the former queen of the Ooni of Ife, who was recently detained following the stampede in Ibadan, Oyo State, which led to the death of 32 children.

The tragic incident occurred early Wednesday in the Bashorun area of Ibadan during a funfair organized by the prophetess.

Igbokwe expressed sympathy for Shikemi, emphasizing that her intentions were purely humanitarian and aimed at bringing joy to the children.

He wrote on Facebook, “Please pray for the kids who lost their lives, pray for their families, and pray for Queen Naomi at this difficult time. Over 30 kids gone just like that?

“The devil is a liar from the beginning. She wanted to entertain the kids, but something went wrong. She wanted to bring them joy, and tragedy struck.

“She did this out of kindness, and yet calamity struck. Please, let us think deeply about this tragedy. She didn’t bring the children there to die. She brought them there to be happy.

“Let us show love and mercy to this lady at a time like this. This is an unimaginable tragedy. May the souls of the children rest in perfect peace. Amen.”