The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), led by national chairman, Falalu Bello, has expressed its condolences to the families and communities affected by the recent stampedes in Abuja, Anambra, and Oyo States.
The tragic incidents, which occurred during food distribution events and a funfair in Ibadan, have claimed numerous lives.
Bello conveyed the party’s heartfelt sorrow to the victims’ families, stating that these incidents highlight the alarming conditions many Nigerians are forced to endure.
He described the situation as a societal crisis, pointing to the escalating hardships faced by citizens nationwide.
PRP’s acting publicity secretary, Muhammed Ishaq, issued a statement on Sunday, attributing the stampedes to growing poverty and desperation in the country.
The statement noted that these tragedies underscore the extreme inequality exacerbated by years of systemic misgovernance.
“The alarming frequency of such incidents calls for a moment of serious reflection by government at all levels,” the statement said.
“The happenings expose a failure to prioritize the welfare and safety of citizens amidst increasingly dire socio-economic conditions.”
The PRP also criticized the federal government, particularly President Bola Tinubu, for not addressing the growing hardships caused by policies such as the removal of the fuel subsidy.
The party accused the administration of failing to alleviate the suffering of the nation’s most vulnerable citizens.
“Such anti-people policies have plunged countless families into abject poverty, forcing them to make desperate choices just to survive,” the statement read.
The PRP called on leaders to take immediate, concrete actions to tackle the root causes of such preventable tragedies, emphasizing that this is not only a call for better governance but a demand for the protection of human dignity and life.
“It is imperative that our leaders awaken from their lingering slumber and take immediate, concrete actions to address the root causes of these tragically preventable incidents,” the statement concluded.
“Our thoughts and prayers remain with the families who are grieving during this difficult time.”
