Senate and SGF criticize Oyo governor's call for UN probe into abduction

The Senate cautioned Makinde, stating that such remarks could undermine federal government and security agencies' efforts against insecurity. This followed a motion by Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele commending the successful rescue operation and the sacrifices of security personnel. Akume accused Makinde of politicizing the abduction, emphasizing that President Bola Tinubu prioritized the victims' rescue through intelligence-driven operations over making telephone calls.

Makinde had called for a UN-backed probe, arguing that Nigerians deserved a full account of the incident where bandits abducted the individuals on May 15, 2026, from three schools in Oriire Local Government Area. Senator Adams Oshiomhole described Makinde's call as unnecessary and an attempt to diminish the security forces' achievements, questioning Nigeria's sovereignty. The Senate urged Makinde to avoid statements undermining federal efforts and commended the Armed Forces, intelligence agencies, and other security institutions for the rescue, which led to the arrest of eight suspected terrorists and the deaths of others, including security personnel.

The Oyo State House of Assembly, however, reaffirmed its support for Makinde's call, stating an int