Oyo State honors teachers, civilians, and soldiers killed during school kidnap and rescue operations

In a memorial message shared on its official X handle, the state government expressed gratitude for the successful rescue of the abducted individuals while mourning those who lost their lives. The government released an "In Memoriam" list, acknowledging the sacrifices of those who died during the Ahoro-Esinle and Yawota abduction incident. Among those honored were civilians Mr. Michael Oyedokun, Deacon John Olaleye, Mr. Joel Adesiyan, and Mr. Oluwasegun Akanni, as well as military and security personnel Lieutenant F. A. Isaac, Mr. Adigun Saibu, Mr. Isa Saliu, Mr. Rafiu Ayuba, and an unnamed soldier.

Two teachers, Mr. Michael Oyedokun and Mr. Esiyan Adegboye, were killed during the abduction, which saw pupils and teachers held captive for about 57 days before a coordinated rescue operation. While Mr. Adegboye's body was recovered, Mr. Oyedokun's remains are yet to be found, and his family has appealed for their recovery.