Oyo teacher’s killing sparks call for urgent security action
Najeem Salaam, the African Democratic Congress candidate in the Osun State governorship poll, has condemned the killing of a teacher abducted in Oyo State. He stressed that protecting Nigerians should be prioritized above political interests. The incident, involving the abduction and beheading of Mr Michael Oyedokun and others, highlights the growing insecurity in the country. Salaam urged the government and security agencies to focus on rescuing the remaining abductees and restoring safety.
What we know
- Najeem Salaam described the teacher’s killing as barbaric and unacceptable.
- He emphasized that the safety of Nigerians is more important than political preparations for the 2027 elections.
- Bandits attacked three schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, kidnapping about 30 students and teachers and killing two people.
- Salaam called on security agencies to intensify efforts for the safe rescue of those still abducted.
- He condoled with the family of the deceased teacher, colleagues, students, and the people of Oyo State.
