Oyo deputy governor promises rescue of abducted students
The Oyo State Deputy Governor, Adebayo Lawal, led a government team to visit communities affected by the recent school abduction in Oriire Local Government Area. He assured parents and residents that all abducted students would be rescued and emphasized that the exact number of abductees is still being verified. Dotun Oyelade, the state commissioner for information, stated that the government is committed to the safe release of the victims. Security agencies have responded swiftly, and efforts are ongoing to apprehend the attackers and secure the area.
What we know
- Adebayo Lawal visited Yawota and Esiele in Oriire South, where armed men attacked schools and abducted students and staff.
- The deputy governor said the number of abducted persons has not been confirmed, and figures in the media are inaccurate.
- Security agencies engaged the suspected kidnappers in the bush, reportedly neutralising about three of them.
- One person and a teacher lost their lives in the attack, while injured victims are receiving treatment.
- The government has directed local government chairmen to submit comprehensive reports and urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities.
