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Ex-queen of Ife, Naomi Silekunola
Friends, fans, and well-wishers have expressed their support for former queen of Ife, Naomi Silekunola, who is currently in police custody following a tragic stampede at a charity event she organised in Ibadan, resulting in the loss of lives.
Social media has been flooded with messages of encouragement, with many urging her to stay strong.
Celebrity stylist Luminee shared a heartfelt post on Instagram, expressing sorrow over the incident and offering prayers for Naomi’s courage and resilience in the face of the tragedy.
She wrote: “FaithPrayerHope! Be strong and courageous…… the LORD is with you. And he ’ill never forsake you my QUEEN NAOMI SILEKUNOLA…
My heart goes out to you in this sorrowful time of yours……My prayer is with you always. God bless you in this difficult time
“My sincere condolences to everyone who was afflicted with the death.
Isaiah 58:11
Isaiah 41-13
Isaiah 26:3?
Colossians 3:31?
Romans 8:31
Psalm 29:4?
Proverbs 19_21….”
Others have also shown their solidarity, with messages.
Ayinke_olaa wrote, “I can imagine how traumatizing this moment will be for her.”
Bogundipe wrote, “God sees her heart the Lord almight will see her through it is well.”
Mayor1602 wrote, “God will come through for her in Jesus name.”
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has also spoken out in support of Naomi, praising her character and expressing his condolences to the families of the bereaved. (The Nation)
