Oyo Kidnap Victims Rescued in Joint Operation, Governor Makinde to Address Nation
The National Youth Service Development Corps Director praised the rescue of abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State, citing inter-agency cooperation. Governor Seyi Makinde will brief the public next week, while the Presidency criticized Atiku Abubakar for his silence on the incident.
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The National Youth Service Development Corps (NSCDC) Director has commended the successful rescue of pupils and teachers abducted in Oyo State, describing the operation as a testament to effective inter-agency collaboration and intelligence sharing, according to Peoples Gazette.
The rescue, carried out in Oriire Local Government Area, involved coordinated efforts among security agencies, though specific units were not named in the report. The NSCDC boss emphasized that the outcome underscored the importance of unified action in combating rising cases of kidnapping across the country.
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State confirmed the rescue and announced plans to brief Nigerians on the incident next week, This Day reported. He stated that the freed victims would remain under close medical observation to support their recovery.
The Presidency also weighed in, criticizing former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for his silence on the abduction. Atiku, who is a presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), was described as having failed to comment promptly on the incident, according to This Day.
No casualties or injuries were reported in the rescue operation, and authorities have not disclosed whether suspects were apprehended. Investigations into the abduction are ongoing.