Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the successful rescue of the victims abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, describing the operation as a testament to the President’s unwavering resolve to rid the country of criminal elements.Governor Abiodun, in a statement released to journalists on Friday, said the successful rescue of the victims, unharmed, validates President Tinubu’s assurance that every effort would be made to secure their freedom and bring the perpetrators to justice.He noted, “The arrest of some of the kidnappers and the neutralization of others during the rescue operation sends a strong and unmistakable message that Nigeria is becoming increasingly hostile to kidnappers, bandits, terrorists and other violent criminals.“This operation has demonstrated that under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, there will be no safe haven for criminal elements. It is a clear signal that those who choose the path of kidnapping, banditry and other violent crimes will be relentlessly pursued, apprehended or neutralised in accordance with the law.”Governor Abiodun commended the gallantry, professionalism and exceptional courage of the security agencies whose coordinated efforts made the successful operation possible.He praised the Armed Forces, the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services, local intelligence operatives and all other security personnel involved for their sacrifice and commitment to protecting innocent Nigerians.He also applauded the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, for working closely with the Federal Government and the security agencies throughout the period of the victims’ captivity, saying the seamless collaboration among all stakeholders contributed significantly to the successful outcome.According to Governor Abiodun, the rescue operation further reinforces the effectiveness of the renewed security architecture being implemented by the Federal Government in partnership with state governments and security agencies across the federation.He urged Nigerians to remain confident in the country’s security institutions and to continue supporting ongoing efforts by providing credible, timely intelligence to prevent criminal activities.Governor Abiodun reaffirmed Ogun State’s commitment to sustaining robust collaboration with the Federal Government, neighbouring states and all security agencies to ensure that criminal elements find no refuge within the Southwest.He congratulated President Tinubu, Governor Makinde, the leadership of the nation’s security agencies and every officer who participated in the operation, expressing confidence that the success would further strengthen the resolve to make Nigeria safer for law-abiding citizens and increasingly unbearable for kidnappers, bandits and other criminal elements.Related NewsJubilation in Ogbomoso as abducted schoolchildren, teachers rescued unharmedNANS seeks counselling, scholarships for terrorism victims after Oyo rescueOyo abduction: No ransom paid, no concession made – TinubuThe Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a post shared on his verified X handle announced that the abducted 39 pupils and seven teachers from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State had regained their freedomOnanuga disclosed that “Finally, all the kidnapped pupils and teachers in Orire, Oyo have been rescued by our security agencies”.He said no concession was made to the terrorists to secure the freedom of the abducted pupils and teachers.The abductions occurred on May 15, 2026, when armed men attacked three schools; Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, and L.A. Primary School, in the Esiele and Yawota communities of Oriire Local Government Area.No fewer than 39 pupils and seven teachers, including a principal, were taken during the attacks.During the attack, a teacher, Joel Adesiyan, was killed while attempting to escape. Another teacher, Michael Oyedokun, was beheaded in the kidnappers’ den.The terrorists holding the victims had reportedly made a four-point demand before agreeing to free the captives, including the release of detained terrorist commanders, payment of ransom, two Hilux vehicles and the implementation of Sharia-related law.The Oyo State Government had consistently maintained that no ransom would be paid to secure the release of any victims.The incident had triggered weeks of public anguish, with the Nigeria Union of Teachers embarking on a month-long strike in the state to press for the victims’ rescue before suspending the action in July.It also drew federal intervention, with military and police authorities repeatedly assuring Nigerians that operations to secure the victims’ freedom were ongoing. Governor Abiodun, in a statement released to journalists on Friday, said the successful rescue of the victims, unharmed, validates President Tinubu’s assurance that every effort would be made to secure their freedom and bring the perpetrators to justice.He noted, “The arrest of some of the kidnappers and the neutralization of others during the rescue operation sends a strong and unmistakable message that Nigeria is becoming increasingly hostile to kidnappers, bandits, terrorists and other violent criminals.“This operation has demonstrated that under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, there will be no safe haven for criminal elements. It is a clear signal that those who choose the path of kidnapping, banditry and other violent crimes will be relentlessly pursued, apprehended or neutralised in accordance with the law.”Governor Abiodun commended the gallantry, professionalism and exceptional courage of the security agencies whose coordinated efforts made the successful operation possible.He praised the Armed Forces, the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services, local intelligence operatives and all other security personnel involved for their sacrifice and commitment to protecting innocent Nigerians.He also applauded the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, for working closely with the Federal Government and the security agencies throughout the period of the victims’ captivity, saying the seamless collaboration among all stakeholders contributed significantly to the successful outcome.According to Governor Abiodun, the rescue operation further reinforces the effectiveness of the renewed security architecture being implemented by the Federal Government in partnership with state governments and security agencies across the federation.He urged Nigerians to remain confident in the country’s security institutions and to continue supporting ongoing efforts by providing credible, timely intelligence to prevent criminal activities.Governor Abiodun reaffirmed Ogun State’s commitment to sustaining robust collaboration with the Federal Government, neighbouring states and all security agencies to ensure that criminal elements find no refuge within the Southwest.He congratulated President Tinubu, Governor Makinde, the leadership of the nation’s security agencies and every officer who participated in the operation, expressing confidence that the success would further strengthen the resolve to make Nigeria safer for law-abiding citizens and increasingly unbearable for kidnappers, bandits and other criminal elements.Related NewsJubilation in Ogbomoso as abducted schoolchildren, teachers rescued unharmedNANS seeks counselling, scholarships for terrorism victims after Oyo rescueOyo abduction: No ransom paid, no concession made – TinubuThe Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a post shared on his verified X handle announced that the abducted 39 pupils and seven teachers from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State had regained their freedomOnanuga disclosed that “Finally, all the kidnapped pupils and teachers in Orire, Oyo have been rescued by our security agencies”.He said no concession was made to the terrorists to secure the freedom of the abducted pupils and teachers.The abductions occurred on May 15, 2026, when armed men attacked three schools; Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, and L.A. Primary School, in the Esiele and Yawota communities of Oriire Local Government Area.No fewer than 39 pupils and seven teachers, including a principal, were taken during the attacks.During the attack, a teacher, Joel Adesiyan, was killed while attempting to escape. Another teacher, Michael Oyedokun, was beheaded in the kidnappers’ den.The terrorists holding the victims had reportedly made a four-point demand before agreeing to free the captives, including the release of detained terrorist commanders, payment of ransom, two Hilux vehicles and the implementation of Sharia-related law.The Oyo State Government had consistently maintained that no ransom would be paid to secure the release of any victims.The incident had triggered weeks of public anguish, with the Nigeria Union of Teachers embarking on a month-long strike in the state to press for the victims’ rescue before suspending the action in July.It also drew federal intervention, with military and police authorities repeatedly assuring Nigerians that operations to secure the victims’ freedom were ongoing. He noted, “The arrest of some of the kidnappers and the neutralization of others during the rescue operation sends a strong and unmistakable message that Nigeria is becoming increasingly hostile to kidnappers, bandits, terrorists and other violent criminals.“This operation has demonstrated that under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, there will be no safe haven for criminal elements. It is a clear signal that those who choose the path of kidnapping, banditry and other violent crimes will be relentlessly pursued, apprehended or neutralised in accordance with the law.”Governor Abiodun commended the gallantry, professionalism and exceptional courage of the security agencies whose coordinated efforts made the successful operation possible.He praised the Armed Forces, the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services, local intelligence operatives and all other security personnel involved for their sacrifice and commitment to protecting innocent Nigerians.He also applauded the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, for working closely with the Federal Government and the security agencies throughout the period of the victims’ captivity, saying the seamless collaboration among all stakeholders contributed significantly to the successful outcome.According to Governor Abiodun, the rescue operation further reinforces the effectiveness of the renewed security architecture being implemented by the Federal Government in partnership with state governments and security agencies across the federation.He urged Nigerians to remain confident in the country’s security institutions and to continue supporting ongoing efforts by providing credible, timely intelligence to prevent criminal activities.Governor Abiodun reaffirmed Ogun State’s commitment to sustaining robust collaboration with the Federal Government, neighbouring states and all security agencies to ensure that criminal elements find no refuge within the Southwest.He congratulated President Tinubu, Governor Makinde, the leadership of the nation’s security agencies and every officer who participated in the operation, expressing confidence that the success would further strengthen the resolve to make Nigeria safer for law-abiding citizens and increasingly unbearable for kidnappers, bandits and other criminal elements.Related NewsJubilation in Ogbomoso as abducted schoolchildren, teachers rescued unharmedNANS seeks counselling, scholarships for terrorism victims after Oyo rescueOyo abduction: No ransom paid, no concession made – TinubuThe Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a post shared on his verified X handle announced that the abducted 39 pupils and seven teachers from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State had regained their freedomOnanuga disclosed that “Finally, all the kidnapped pupils and teachers in Orire, Oyo have been rescued by our security agencies”.He said no concession was made to the terrorists to secure the freedom of the abducted pupils and teachers.The abductions occurred on May 15, 2026, when armed men attacked three schools; Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, and L.A. Primary School, in the Esiele and Yawota communities of Oriire Local Government Area.No fewer than 39 pupils and seven teachers, including a principal, were taken during the attacks.During the attack, a teacher, Joel Adesiyan, was killed while attempting to escape. Another teacher, Michael Oyedokun, was beheaded in the kidnappers’ den.The terrorists holding the victims had reportedly made a four-point demand before agreeing to free the captives, including the release of detained terrorist commanders, payment of ransom, two Hilux vehicles and the implementation of Sharia-related law.The Oyo State Government had consistently maintained that no ransom would be paid to secure the release of any victims.The incident had triggered weeks of public anguish, with the Nigeria Union of Teachers embarking on a month-long strike in the state to press for the victims’ rescue before suspending the action in July.It also drew federal intervention, with military and police authorities repeatedly assuring Nigerians that operations to secure the victims’ freedom were ongoing. “This operation has demonstrated that under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, there will be no safe haven for criminal elements. It is a clear signal that those who choose the path of kidnapping, banditry and other violent crimes will be relentlessly pursued, apprehended or neutralised in accordance with the law.”Governor Abiodun commended the gallantry, professionalism and exceptional courage of the security agencies whose coordinated efforts made the successful operation possible.He praised the Armed Forces, the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services, local intelligence operatives and all other security personnel involved for their sacrifice and commitment to protecting innocent Nigerians.He also applauded the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, for working closely with the Federal Government and the security agencies throughout the period of the victims’ captivity, saying the seamless collaboration among all stakeholders contributed significantly to the successful outcome.According to Governor Abiodun, the rescue operation further reinforces the effectiveness of the renewed security architecture being implemented by the Federal Government in partnership with state governments and security agencies across the federation.He urged Nigerians to remain confident in the country’s security institutions and to continue supporting ongoing efforts by providing credible, timely intelligence to prevent criminal activities.Governor Abiodun reaffirmed Ogun State’s commitment to sustaining robust collaboration with the Federal Government, neighbouring states and all security agencies to ensure that criminal elements find no refuge within the Southwest.He congratulated President Tinubu, Governor Makinde, the leadership of the nation’s security agencies and every officer who participated in the operation, expressing confidence that the success would further strengthen the resolve to make Nigeria safer for law-abiding citizens and increasingly unbearable for kidnappers, bandits and other criminal elements.Related NewsJubilation in Ogbomoso as abducted schoolchildren, teachers rescued unharmedNANS seeks counselling, scholarships for terrorism victims after Oyo rescueOyo abduction: No ransom paid, no concession made – TinubuThe Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a post shared on his verified X handle announced that the abducted 39 pupils and seven teachers from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State had regained their freedomOnanuga disclosed that “Finally, all the kidnapped pupils and teachers in Orire, Oyo have been rescued by our security agencies”.He said no concession was made to the terrorists to secure the freedom of the abducted pupils and teachers.The abductions occurred on May 15, 2026, when armed men attacked three schools; Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, and L.A. Primary School, in the Esiele and Yawota communities of Oriire Local Government Area.No fewer than 39 pupils and seven teachers, including a principal, were taken during the attacks.During the attack, a teacher, Joel Adesiyan, was killed while attempting to escape. Another teacher, Michael Oyedokun, was beheaded in the kidnappers’ den.The terrorists holding the victims had reportedly made a four-point demand before agreeing to free the captives, including the release of detained terrorist commanders, payment of ransom, two Hilux vehicles and the implementation of Sharia-related law.The Oyo State Government had consistently maintained that no ransom would be paid to secure the release of any victims.The incident had triggered weeks of public anguish, with the Nigeria Union of Teachers embarking on a month-long strike in the state to press for the victims’ rescue before suspending the action in July.It also drew federal intervention, with military and police authorities repeatedly assuring Nigerians that operations to secure the victims’ freedom were ongoing. Governor Abiodun commended the gallantry, professionalism and exceptional courage of the security agencies whose coordinated efforts made the successful operation possible.He praised the Armed Forces, the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services, local intelligence operatives and all other security personnel involved for their sacrifice and commitment to protecting innocent Nigerians.He also applauded the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, for working closely with the Federal Government and the security agencies throughout the period of the victims’ captivity, saying the seamless collaboration among all stakeholders contributed significantly to the successful outcome.According to Governor Abiodun, the rescue operation further reinforces the effectiveness of the renewed security architecture being implemented by the Federal Government in partnership with state governments and security agencies across the federation.He urged Nigerians to remain confident in the country’s security institutions and to continue supporting ongoing efforts by providing credible, timely intelligence to prevent criminal activities.Governor Abiodun reaffirmed Ogun State’s commitment to sustaining robust collaboration with the Federal Government, neighbouring states and all security agencies to ensure that criminal elements find no refuge within the Southwest.He congratulated President Tinubu, Governor Makinde, the leadership of the nation’s security agencies and every officer who participated in the operation, expressing confidence that the success would further strengthen the resolve to make Nigeria safer for law-abiding citizens and increasingly unbearable for kidnappers, bandits and other criminal elements.Related NewsJubilation in Ogbomoso as abducted schoolchildren, teachers rescued unharmedNANS seeks counselling, scholarships for terrorism victims after Oyo rescueOyo abduction: No ransom paid, no concession made – TinubuThe Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a post shared on his verified X handle announced that the abducted 39 pupils and seven teachers from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State had regained their freedomOnanuga disclosed that “Finally, all the kidnapped pupils and teachers in Orire, Oyo have been rescued by our security agencies”.He said no concession was made to the terrorists to secure the freedom of the abducted pupils and teachers.The abductions occurred on May 15, 2026, when armed men attacked three schools; Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, and L.A. Primary School, in the Esiele and Yawota communities of Oriire Local Government Area.No fewer than 39 pupils and seven teachers, including a principal, were taken during the attacks.During the attack, a teacher, Joel Adesiyan, was killed while attempting to escape. Another teacher, Michael Oyedokun, was beheaded in the kidnappers’ den.The terrorists holding the victims had reportedly made a four-point demand before agreeing to free the captives, including the release of detained terrorist commanders, payment of ransom, two Hilux vehicles and the implementation of Sharia-related law.The Oyo State Government had consistently maintained that no ransom would be paid to secure the release of any victims.The incident had triggered weeks of public anguish, with the Nigeria Union of Teachers embarking on a month-long strike in the state to press for the victims’ rescue before suspending the action in July.It also drew federal intervention, with military and police authorities repeatedly assuring Nigerians that operations to secure the victims’ freedom were ongoing. He praised the Armed Forces, the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services, local intelligence operatives and all other security personnel involved for their sacrifice and commitment to protecting innocent Nigerians.He also applauded the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, for working closely with the Federal Government and the security agencies throughout the period of the victims’ captivity, saying the seamless collaboration among all stakeholders contributed significantly to the successful outcome.According to Governor Abiodun, the rescue operation further reinforces the effectiveness of the renewed security architecture being implemented by the Federal Government in partnership with state governments and security agencies across the federation.He urged Nigerians to remain confident in the country’s security institutions and to continue supporting ongoing efforts by providing credible, timely intelligence to prevent criminal activities.Governor Abiodun reaffirmed Ogun State’s commitment to sustaining robust collaboration with the Federal Government, neighbouring states and all security agencies to ensure that criminal elements find no refuge within the Southwest.He congratulated President Tinubu, Governor Makinde, the leadership of the nation’s security agencies and every officer who participated in the operation, expressing confidence that the success would further strengthen the resolve to make Nigeria safer for law-abiding citizens and increasingly unbearable for kidnappers, bandits and other criminal elements.Related NewsJubilation in Ogbomoso as abducted schoolchildren, teachers rescued unharmedNANS seeks counselling, scholarships for terrorism victims after Oyo rescueOyo abduction: No ransom paid, no concession made – TinubuThe Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a post shared on his verified X handle announced that the abducted 39 pupils and seven teachers from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State had regained their freedomOnanuga disclosed that “Finally, all the kidnapped pupils and teachers in Orire, Oyo have been rescued by our security agencies”.He said no concession was made to the terrorists to secure the freedom of the abducted pupils and teachers.The abductions occurred on May 15, 2026, when armed men attacked three schools; Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, and L.A. Primary School, in the Esiele and Yawota communities of Oriire Local Government Area.No fewer than 39 pupils and seven teachers, including a principal, were taken during the attacks.During the attack, a teacher, Joel Adesiyan, was killed while attempting to escape. Another teacher, Michael Oyedokun, was beheaded in the kidnappers’ den.The terrorists holding the victims had reportedly made a four-point demand before agreeing to free the captives, including the release of detained terrorist commanders, payment of ransom, two Hilux vehicles and the implementation of Sharia-related law.The Oyo State Government had consistently maintained that no ransom would be paid to secure the release of any victims.The incident had triggered weeks of public anguish, with the Nigeria Union of Teachers embarking on a month-long strike in the state to press for the victims’ rescue before suspending the action in July.It also drew federal intervention, with military and police authorities repeatedly assuring Nigerians that operations to secure the victims’ freedom were ongoing. He also applauded the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, for working closely with the Federal Government and the security agencies throughout the period of the victims’ captivity, saying the seamless collaboration among all stakeholders contributed significantly to the successful outcome.According to Governor Abiodun, the rescue operation further reinforces the effectiveness of the renewed security architecture being implemented by the Federal Government in partnership with state governments and security agencies across the federation.He urged Nigerians to remain confident in the country’s security institutions and to continue supporting ongoing efforts by providing credible, timely intelligence to prevent criminal activities.Governor Abiodun reaffirmed Ogun State’s commitment to sustaining robust collaboration with the Federal Government, neighbouring states and all security agencies to ensure that criminal elements find no refuge within the Southwest.He congratulated President Tinubu, Governor Makinde, the leadership of the nation’s security agencies and every officer who participated in the operation, expressing confidence that the success would further strengthen the resolve to make Nigeria safer for law-abiding citizens and increasingly unbearable for kidnappers, bandits and other criminal elements.Related NewsJubilation in Ogbomoso as abducted schoolchildren, teachers rescued unharmedNANS seeks counselling, scholarships for terrorism victims after Oyo rescueOyo abduction: No ransom paid, no concession made – TinubuThe Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a post shared on his verified X handle announced that the abducted 39 pupils and seven teachers from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State had regained their freedomOnanuga disclosed that “Finally, all the kidnapped pupils and teachers in Orire, Oyo have been rescued by our security agencies”.He said no concession was made to the terrorists to secure the freedom of the abducted pupils and teachers.The abductions occurred on May 15, 2026, when armed men attacked three schools; Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, and L.A. Primary School, in the Esiele and Yawota communities of Oriire Local Government Area.No fewer than 39 pupils and seven teachers, including a principal, were taken during the attacks.During the attack, a teacher, Joel Adesiyan, was killed while attempting to escape. Another teacher, Michael Oyedokun, was beheaded in the kidnappers’ den.The terrorists holding the victims had reportedly made a four-point demand before agreeing to free the captives, including the release of detained terrorist commanders, payment of ransom, two Hilux vehicles and the implementation of Sharia-related law.The Oyo State Government had consistently maintained that no ransom would be paid to secure the release of any victims.The incident had triggered weeks of public anguish, with the Nigeria Union of Teachers embarking on a month-long strike in the state to press for the victims’ rescue before suspending the action in July.It also drew federal intervention, with military and police authorities repeatedly assuring Nigerians that operations to secure the victims’ freedom were ongoing. According to Governor Abiodun, the rescue operation further reinforces the effectiveness of the renewed security architecture being implemented by the Federal Government in partnership with state governments and security agencies across the federation.He urged Nigerians to remain confident in the country’s security institutions and to continue supporting ongoing efforts by providing credible, timely intelligence to prevent criminal activities.Governor Abiodun reaffirmed Ogun State’s commitment to sustaining robust collaboration with the Federal Government, neighbouring states and all security agencies to ensure that criminal elements find no refuge within the Southwest.He congratulated President Tinubu, Governor Makinde, the leadership of the nation’s security agencies and every officer who participated in the operation, expressing confidence that the success would further strengthen the resolve to make Nigeria safer for law-abiding citizens and increasingly unbearable for kidnappers, bandits and other criminal elements.Related NewsJubilation in Ogbomoso as abducted schoolchildren, teachers rescued unharmedNANS seeks counselling, scholarships for terrorism victims after Oyo rescueOyo abduction: No ransom paid, no concession made – TinubuThe Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a post shared on his verified X handle announced that the abducted 39 pupils and seven teachers from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State had regained their freedomOnanuga disclosed that “Finally, all the kidnapped pupils and teachers in Orire, Oyo have been rescued by our security agencies”.He said no concession was made to the terrorists to secure the freedom of the abducted pupils and teachers.The abductions occurred on May 15, 2026, when armed men attacked three schools; Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, and L.A. Primary School, in the Esiele and Yawota communities of Oriire Local Government Area.No fewer than 39 pupils and seven teachers, including a principal, were taken during the attacks.During the attack, a teacher, Joel Adesiyan, was killed while attempting to escape. Another teacher, Michael Oyedokun, was beheaded in the kidnappers’ den.The terrorists holding the victims had reportedly made a four-point demand before agreeing to free the captives, including the release of detained terrorist commanders, payment of ransom, two Hilux vehicles and the implementation of Sharia-related law.The Oyo State Government had consistently maintained that no ransom would be paid to secure the release of any victims.The incident had triggered weeks of public anguish, with the Nigeria Union of Teachers embarking on a month-long strike in the state to press for the victims’ rescue before suspending the action in July.It also drew federal intervention, with military and police authorities repeatedly assuring Nigerians that operations to secure the victims’ freedom were ongoing. He urged Nigerians to remain confident in the country’s security institutions and to continue supporting ongoing efforts by providing credible, timely intelligence to prevent criminal activities.Governor Abiodun reaffirmed Ogun State’s commitment to sustaining robust collaboration with the Federal Government, neighbouring states and all security agencies to ensure that criminal elements find no refuge within the Southwest.He congratulated President Tinubu, Governor Makinde, the leadership of the nation’s security agencies and every officer who participated in the operation, expressing confidence that the success would further strengthen the resolve to make Nigeria safer for law-abiding citizens and increasingly unbearable for kidnappers, bandits and other criminal elements.Related NewsJubilation in Ogbomoso as abducted schoolchildren, teachers rescued unharmedNANS seeks counselling, scholarships for terrorism victims after Oyo rescueOyo abduction: No ransom paid, no concession made – TinubuThe Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a post shared on his verified X handle announced that the abducted 39 pupils and seven teachers from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State had regained their freedomOnanuga disclosed that “Finally, all the kidnapped pupils and teachers in Orire, Oyo have been rescued by our security agencies”.He said no concession was made to the terrorists to secure the freedom of the abducted pupils and teachers.The abductions occurred on May 15, 2026, when armed men attacked three schools; Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, and L.A. Primary School, in the Esiele and Yawota communities of Oriire Local Government Area.No fewer than 39 pupils and seven teachers, including a principal, were taken during the attacks.During the attack, a teacher, Joel Adesiyan, was killed while attempting to escape. Another teacher, Michael Oyedokun, was beheaded in the kidnappers’ den.The terrorists holding the victims had reportedly made a four-point demand before agreeing to free the captives, including the release of detained terrorist commanders, payment of ransom, two Hilux vehicles and the implementation of Sharia-related law.The Oyo State Government had consistently maintained that no ransom would be paid to secure the release of any victims.The incident had triggered weeks of public anguish, with the Nigeria Union of Teachers embarking on a month-long strike in the state to press for the victims’ rescue before suspending the action in July.It also drew federal intervention, with military and police authorities repeatedly assuring Nigerians that operations to secure the victims’ freedom were ongoing. Governor Abiodun reaffirmed Ogun State’s commitment to sustaining robust collaboration with the Federal Government, neighbouring states and all security agencies to ensure that criminal elements find no refuge within the Southwest.He congratulated President Tinubu, Governor Makinde, the leadership of the nation’s security agencies and every officer who participated in the operation, expressing confidence that the success would further strengthen the resolve to make Nigeria safer for law-abiding citizens and increasingly unbearable for kidnappers, bandits and other criminal elements.Related NewsJubilation in Ogbomoso as abducted schoolchildren, teachers rescued unharmedNANS seeks counselling, scholarships for terrorism victims after Oyo rescueOyo abduction: No ransom paid, no concession made – TinubuThe Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a post shared on his verified X handle announced that the abducted 39 pupils and seven teachers from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State had regained their freedomOnanuga disclosed that “Finally, all the kidnapped pupils and teachers in Orire, Oyo have been rescued by our security agencies”.He said no concession was made to the terrorists to secure the freedom of the abducted pupils and teachers.The abductions occurred on May 15, 2026, when armed men attacked three schools; Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, and L.A. Primary School, in the Esiele and Yawota communities of Oriire Local Government Area.No fewer than 39 pupils and seven teachers, including a principal, were taken during the attacks.During the attack, a teacher, Joel Adesiyan, was killed while attempting to escape. Another teacher, Michael Oyedokun, was beheaded in the kidnappers’ den.The terrorists holding the victims had reportedly made a four-point demand before agreeing to free the captives, including the release of detained terrorist commanders, payment of ransom, two Hilux vehicles and the implementation of Sharia-related law.The Oyo State Government had consistently maintained that no ransom would be paid to secure the release of any victims.The incident had triggered weeks of public anguish, with the Nigeria Union of Teachers embarking on a month-long strike in the state to press for the victims’ rescue before suspending the action in July.It also drew federal intervention, with military and police authorities repeatedly assuring Nigerians that operations to secure the victims’ freedom were ongoing. He congratulated President Tinubu, Governor Makinde, the leadership of the nation’s security agencies and every officer who participated in the operation, expressing confidence that the success would further strengthen the resolve to make Nigeria safer for law-abiding citizens and increasingly unbearable for kidnappers, bandits and other criminal elements.Related NewsJubilation in Ogbomoso as abducted schoolchildren, teachers rescued unharmedNANS seeks counselling, scholarships for terrorism victims after Oyo rescueOyo abduction: No ransom paid, no concession made – TinubuThe Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a post shared on his verified X handle announced that the abducted 39 pupils and seven teachers from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State had regained their freedomOnanuga disclosed that “Finally, all the kidnapped pupils and teachers in Orire, Oyo have been rescued by our security agencies”.He said no concession was made to the terrorists to secure the freedom of the abducted pupils and teachers.The abductions occurred on May 15, 2026, when armed men attacked three schools; Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, and L.A. Primary School, in the Esiele and Yawota communities of Oriire Local Government Area.No fewer than 39 pupils and seven teachers, including a principal, were taken during the attacks.During the attack, a teacher, Joel Adesiyan, was killed while attempting to escape. Another teacher, Michael Oyedokun, was beheaded in the kidnappers’ den.The terrorists holding the victims had reportedly made a four-point demand before agreeing to free the captives, including the release of detained terrorist commanders, payment of ransom, two Hilux vehicles and the implementation of Sharia-related law.The Oyo State Government had consistently maintained that no ransom would be paid to secure the release of any victims.The incident had triggered weeks of public anguish, with the Nigeria Union of Teachers embarking on a month-long strike in the state to press for the victims’ rescue before suspending the action in July.It also drew federal intervention, with military and police authorities repeatedly assuring Nigerians that operations to secure the victims’ freedom were ongoing. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a post shared on his verified X handle announced that the abducted 39 pupils and seven teachers from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State had regained their freedomOnanuga disclosed that “Finally, all the kidnapped pupils and teachers in Orire, Oyo have been rescued by our security agencies”.He said no concession was made to the terrorists to secure the freedom of the abducted pupils and teachers.The abductions occurred on May 15, 2026, when armed men attacked three schools; Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, and L.A. Primary School, in the Esiele and Yawota communities of Oriire Local Government Area.No fewer than 39 pupils and seven teachers, including a principal, were taken during the attacks.During the attack, a teacher, Joel Adesiyan, was killed while attempting to escape. Another teacher, Michael Oyedokun, was beheaded in the kidnappers’ den.The terrorists holding the victims had reportedly made a four-point demand before agreeing to free the captives, including the release of detained terrorist commanders, payment of ransom, two Hilux vehicles and the implementation of Sharia-related law.The Oyo State Government had consistently maintained that no ransom would be paid to secure the release of any victims.The incident had triggered weeks of public anguish, with the Nigeria Union of Teachers embarking on a month-long strike in the state to press for the victims’ rescue before suspending the action in July.It also drew federal intervention, with military and police authorities repeatedly assuring Nigerians that operations to secure the victims’ freedom were ongoing. Onanuga disclosed that “Finally, all the kidnapped pupils and teachers in Orire, Oyo have been rescued by our security agencies”.He said no concession was made to the terrorists to secure the freedom of the abducted pupils and teachers.The abductions occurred on May 15, 2026, when armed men attacked three schools; Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, and L.A. Primary School, in the Esiele and Yawota communities of Oriire Local Government Area.No fewer than 39 pupils and seven teachers, including a principal, were taken during the attacks.During the attack, a teacher, Joel Adesiyan, was killed while attempting to escape. Another teacher, Michael Oyedokun, was beheaded in the kidnappers’ den.The terrorists holding the victims had reportedly made a four-point demand before agreeing to free the captives, including the release of detained terrorist commanders, payment of ransom, two Hilux vehicles and the implementation of Sharia-related law.The Oyo State Government had consistently maintained that no ransom would be paid to secure the release of any victims.The incident had triggered weeks of public anguish, with the Nigeria Union of Teachers embarking on a month-long strike in the state to press for the victims’ rescue before suspending the action in July.It also drew federal intervention, with military and police authorities repeatedly assuring Nigerians that operations to secure the victims’ freedom were ongoing. He said no concession was made to the terrorists to secure the freedom of the abducted pupils and teachers.The abductions occurred on May 15, 2026, when armed men attacked three schools; Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, and L.A. Primary School, in the Esiele and Yawota communities of Oriire Local Government Area.No fewer than 39 pupils and seven teachers, including a principal, were taken during the attacks.During the attack, a teacher, Joel Adesiyan, was killed while attempting to escape. Another teacher, Michael Oyedokun, was beheaded in the kidnappers’ den.The terrorists holding the victims had reportedly made a four-point demand before agreeing to free the captives, including the release of detained terrorist commanders, payment of ransom, two Hilux vehicles and the implementation of Sharia-related law.The Oyo State Government had consistently maintained that no ransom would be paid to secure the release of any victims.The incident had triggered weeks of public anguish, with the Nigeria Union of Teachers embarking on a month-long strike in the state to press for the victims’ rescue before suspending the action in July.It also drew federal intervention, with military and police authorities repeatedly assuring Nigerians that operations to secure the victims’ freedom were ongoing. The abductions occurred on May 15, 2026, when armed men attacked three schools; Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, and L.A. Primary School, in the Esiele and Yawota communities of Oriire Local Government Area.No fewer than 39 pupils and seven teachers, including a principal, were taken during the attacks.During the attack, a teacher, Joel Adesiyan, was killed while attempting to escape. Another teacher, Michael Oyedokun, was beheaded in the kidnappers’ den.The terrorists holding the victims had reportedly made a four-point demand before agreeing to free the captives, including the release of detained terrorist commanders, payment of ransom, two Hilux vehicles and the implementation of Sharia-related law.The Oyo State Government had consistently maintained that no ransom would be paid to secure the release of any victims.The incident had triggered weeks of public anguish, with the Nigeria Union of Teachers embarking on a month-long strike in the state to press for the victims’ rescue before suspending the action in July.It also drew federal intervention, with military and police authorities repeatedly assuring Nigerians that operations to secure the victims’ freedom were ongoing. No fewer than 39 pupils and seven teachers, including a principal, were taken during the attacks.During the attack, a teacher, Joel Adesiyan, was killed while attempting to escape. Another teacher, Michael Oyedokun, was beheaded in the kidnappers’ den.The terrorists holding the victims had reportedly made a four-point demand before agreeing to free the captives, including the release of detained terrorist commanders, payment of ransom, two Hilux vehicles and the implementation of Sharia-related law.The Oyo State Government had consistently maintained that no ransom would be paid to secure the release of any victims.The incident had triggered weeks of public anguish, with the Nigeria Union of Teachers embarking on a month-long strike in the state to press for the victims’ rescue before suspending the action in July.It also drew federal intervention, with military and police authorities repeatedly assuring Nigerians that operations to secure the victims’ freedom were ongoing. During the attack, a teacher, Joel Adesiyan, was killed while attempting to escape. Another teacher, Michael Oyedokun, was beheaded in the kidnappers’ den.The terrorists holding the victims had reportedly made a four-point demand before agreeing to free the captives, including the release of detained terrorist commanders, payment of ransom, two Hilux vehicles and the implementation of Sharia-related law.The Oyo State Government had consistently maintained that no ransom would be paid to secure the release of any victims.The incident had triggered weeks of public anguish, with the Nigeria Union of Teachers embarking on a month-long strike in the state to press for the victims’ rescue before suspending the action in July.It also drew federal intervention, with military and police authorities repeatedly assuring Nigerians that operations to secure the victims’ freedom were ongoing. The terrorists holding the victims had reportedly made a four-point demand before agreeing to free the captives, including the release of detained terrorist commanders, payment of ransom, two Hilux vehicles and the implementation of Sharia-related law.The Oyo State Government had consistently maintained that no ransom would be paid to secure the release of any victims.The incident had triggered weeks of public anguish, with the Nigeria Union of Teachers embarking on a month-long strike in the state to press for the victims’ rescue before suspending the action in July.It also drew federal intervention, with military and police authorities repeatedly assuring Nigerians that operations to secure the victims’ freedom were ongoing. The Oyo State Government had consistently maintained that no ransom would be paid to secure the release of any victims.The incident had triggered weeks of public anguish, with the Nigeria Union of Teachers embarking on a month-long strike in the state to press for the victims’ rescue before suspending the action in July.It also drew federal intervention, with military and police authorities repeatedly assuring Nigerians that operations to secure the victims’ freedom were ongoing. The incident had triggered weeks of public anguish, with the Nigeria Union of Teachers embarking on a month-long strike in the state to press for the victims’ rescue before suspending the action in July.It also drew federal intervention, with military and police authorities repeatedly assuring Nigerians that operations to secure the victims’ freedom were ongoing. It also drew federal intervention, with military and police authorities repeatedly assuring Nigerians that operations to secure the victims’ freedom were ongoing.