Nigerian Presidency Confirms Rescue of Abducted Oyo Pupils and Teachers
The Nigerian Presidency has confirmed the successful rescue of pupils and teachers abducted from schools in Oyo State. Eight kidnappers were arrested and others neutralized during the operation.
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The Nigerian Presidency has confirmed the rescue of pupils and teachers abducted from schools in the Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The abduction occurred in Ahoro-Esiele community, according to This Day.
A joint security operation led to the recovery of all victims, with no collateral damage reported. President Bola Tinubu expressed profound joy over the successful rescue, praising the operation and commending the Oyo State Government for its cooperation, Channels Television reported.
Eight kidnappers were arrested during the rescue mission, while others were neutralized, Naija News reported. However, a source told Naija News that some of the perpetrators behind the abduction escaped.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde described the rescue as a 'big relief' and lauded security agencies for their efforts. He hailed the coordinated operation that secured the release of the schoolchildren and teachers, Channels Television said.
President Tinubu has directed the provision of relief materials to the rescued pupils and teachers. He also urged the state government to strengthen security around schools to prevent future attacks, according to Channels Television.
The Nigerian Police Force commented on the release, stating, 'Those who have done it were not supposed to have done it,' Premium Times reported, without further elaboration.