- Peter Obi, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, expressed condolences to the bereaved families affected by the school building collapse in Plateau State
- Obi highlighted the trauma experienced by the children and their parents, and thanked the various organizations and individuals involved in the rescue operations
Labour Party Presidential Candidate in the 2023 General Elections, Mr. Peter Obi, has expressed his condolences to the bereaved families affected by the school building collapse in Plateau State.
In a statement on his X handle on Saturday, Obi described the tragic incident in Busa Buji village, Jos, on July 12, as disheartening. He expressed regret over the deaths and injuries caused by the collapse.
“The heartbreaking reports of the unfortunate collapse of a school building in Busa Buji village, Jos, Plateau State dishearten me. This has left at least 16 of our children dead, and many others, including teachers, trapped under the rubble. The incident occurred while the school was in session, and students were writing their exams.”
Obi highlighted the trauma experienced by the children and their parents, who are undoubtedly worried about their safety.
“I can only imagine the trauma of these young ones, sadly witnessing such a tragic occurrence, and even their parents, who are undoubtedly worried about the safety of the children.”
He thanked the various organizations and individuals involved in the rescue operations.
“I understand that rescue operations began in full swing. I thank various organizations, including the FRSC, NEMA, Red Cross, Army, Police, and many other individuals helping out with the safe rescue of our children and their teachers.”
Obi extended his sympathies to the Government and People of Plateau State, the management, staff, and students of the affected school, and the families of all the victims. He called on the government to conduct thorough investigations into the incident to determine its cause and help prevent future occurrences.