Former President, Muhammadu Buhari has expressed sadness over the victims of stampedes that resulted in numerous fatalities across Nigerian states, including Oyo, Anambra and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja.
In a statement, titled ‘Buhari Condoles Loss of Lives in Stampedes, Extends Christmas/New Year Greetings,” released on Sunday through his media spokesman, Garba Shehu, the former president offered his sincere condolences to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and extended his sympathies to the affected communities.
Buhari also conveyed his condolences to Governors Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State and the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, encouraging them to share his support and prayers with the families and loved ones of the victims.
Additionally, Buhari wished for a prompt recovery for those who were injured.
“The former President also sympathised with the Catholic community, which has been affected.
“Muhammadu Buhari extended his warm wishes to Nigerians on the occasion of Christmas and called on fellow countrymen to reflect on the noble teachings of Jesus Christ,” the statement read.
In his condolences, Buhari recognized the grief experienced by the Catholic community and expressed his solidarity with them during this challenging period.