Gunmen have killed Michael Oyedokun, one of the teachers abducted from Community High School, Ahoro-Esinele in Oriire Local Council of Oyo State. The killing has thrown residents of the area into mourning and heightened fears over worsening insecurity in the state.
Video Confirms Killing
In a video reportedly released by the captors on Sunday, May 17, 2026, the gunmen claimed responsibility for the killing of the educator, sparking panic across the community.
Coordinated Attacks on Schools
The incident followed a series of coordinated attacks launched by armed men on Friday, May 15, targeting multiple schools within the Ogbomoso axis. These included Baptist Nursery and Primary School, Yawota; Community Grammar School; and L.A. Primary School, Esiele.
During the attacks, the assailants reportedly shot dead a classroom teacher and a commercial motorcyclist who resisted attempts to seize his motorcycle. The attackers also abducted the school principal, vice-principal, another staff member, and an unspecified number of pupils before fleeing into the forest.
Vehicle Hijacked and Set Ablaze
A Toyota Corolla belonging to the vice-principal was allegedly hijacked by the gunmen and later set ablaze along their escape route.
Rising Insecurity Concerns
The development has further intensified concerns over the safety of the remaining hostages and renewed fears of increasing attacks on schools and commuters in the state. This incident comes weeks after a failed kidnapping attempt along the Ibadan-Ijebu road corridor reportedly left a traveller dead, raising fresh concerns over insecurity in the area.
Appeals for Rescue Efforts
Distraught residents, community leaders, and families of the victims have appealed to the Oyo State government and security agencies to intensify rescue efforts to secure the release of the remaining captives. As of press time, security authorities had yet to officially confirm the killing.
