Eight rescued Oyo schoolchildren and teacher remain in hospital care
Eight schoolchildren and a teacher are still receiving treatment at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Teaching Hospital, according to Prof Olawale Olakulehin. Out of 44 rescued kidnap victims, 35 have been discharged after being certified medically fit. The victims were kidnapped and later rescued unharmed by a joint security team. Olakulehin assured that those still on admission are being closely monitored and will be discharged when fit.
What we know
- Prof Olawale Olakulehin confirmed that eight schoolchildren and one teacher remain on admission at the hospital.
- Over 40 schoolchildren and their teachers were kidnapped on Friday, May 15, 2026, and rescued on Friday, July 10, 2026.
- A joint security agency, including the Nigerian Army and other groups, carried out the rescue.
- One pupil is receiving special attention for a congenital heart defect, while others had various ailments.
- The hospital has discharged 35 victims, and those remaining are under close observation until they are fit to leave.
