President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed delight over the successful rescue of pupils and teachers abducted from Oriire community in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, commending the nation’s security agencies for securing their freedom after 56 days in captivity.
The President praised the combined efforts of the Nigerian military, the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Nigeria Police Force for conducting a coordinated operation that led to the safe rescue of the victims without collateral damage. He also disclosed that eight members of the kidnapping gang were arrested, while several others were neutralised during the operation.
Tinubu acknowledged the trauma endured by the abducted children, their teachers, their families, and the nation throughout the prolonged ordeal, describing the successful rescue as a major relief.
According to the President, the operation, driven by military, police, and intelligence collaboration, brought an end to more than 50 days of uncertainty and restored hope to the affected families.
“I am profoundly happy that our security forces successfully rescued the abducted pupils and teachers from Oriire, Ogbomoso in Oyo State today after a military, police and intelligence-driven operation that neutralised some of the terrorists that perpetrated the evil act and led to the arrest of eight of them,” Tinubu said.
He added that his administration would ensure justice for the rescued victims and the family of Mr Oyedokun, who was reportedly killed by the kidnappers during the incident.
The President also commended the Oyo State Government for its cooperation with the Federal Government throughout the rescue efforts and urged the state to strengthen security measures around schools to prevent similar incidents.
Tinubu further directed relevant emergency response agencies to work closely with the Oyo State Government to provide the rescued pupils and teachers with the necessary medical care, psychosocial support, and other relief assistance.
