Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has confirmed that schoolchildren and teachers abducted nearly a month ago in Oriire Local Government Area remain within the Old Oyo National Park, as security agencies intensify rescue operations.
In his Newsletter No. 140 released Friday, Makinde said intelligence reports indicate the victims are being held in the vast 2,500-square-kilometre park, which spans ten local government areas.
“Every credible lead is being pursued and every lawful measure is being deployed to secure the safe release of the abductees,” the governor assured.
The abductions, which occurred on May 15 during coordinated attacks on Baptist Nursery and Primary School, Yawota, Community Grammar School, and L.A Primary School, Esiele, have left families in anguish for 27 days.
Makinde acknowledged the pain of affected communities, noting that while assurances of rescue have been given, the prolonged ordeal has deepened anxiety.
He explained that the difficult terrain of the park poses operational challenges, requiring patience and strategic coordination.
The governor urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities through the state’s toll-free Citizens Enquiry Number, 615, stressing that misinformation could compromise ongoing operations.
He called on citizens to support security agencies with credible information and to keep the abducted students and teachers in their prayers.
“Democracy is strongest when citizens care for one another,” Makinde said, reiterating his administration’s commitment to securing the victims’ safe return.
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