Oyo State Governor Makinde vows to safely rescue abducted students and teachers
via Punch Nigeria2 min read
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has assured residents that abducted schoolchildren and teachers will be rescued, stating that the government is making every effort to secure their release. Addressing social media influencer VeryDarkMan and other protesters at the Oyo State Government House, Governor Makinde expressed his personal distress over the abduction, noting that the victims, including nursery and primary school pupils, have been held captive for over a month. He explained that details of the ongoing security operation cannot be disclosed due to its sensitive nature but emphasized efforts for a safe return without casualties. Governor Makinde described the incident as unprecedented, marking the first time nursery and primary school children have been abducted in Nigeria. He also acknowledged that the state is in communication with the abductors, an exceptional measure necessitated by the circumstances, and expressed confidence that once the victims are rescued, measures will be implemented to prevent future occurrences.
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