Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has disclosed that the abducted schoolchildren and teachers are still within the forest of the state. The children were kidnapped by gunmen 27 days ago in the Ahoro-Esinle and Yewota communities of Oriire Local Government Area.
Governor's Update on Kidnapped Victims
Governor Makinde gave the update in his Newsletter No. 140, released on Friday, June 12. He stated that the victims remain at the point of ongoing rescue operations, adding that security agencies are doubling their efforts to secure their release.
Makinde acknowledged the growing anxiety among affected communities and families, describing the situation as distressing. He said, "It is extremely difficult for me to even ask how you are doing. It has been 27 days since our children and teachers were forcefully taken from their schools. For 27 days, families have gone to bed without their loved ones. For 27 days, communities have lived with uncertainty. For 27 days, our children and teachers have remained in captivity."
Public Reactions to Makinde's Statement
The report has generated reactions from Nigerians. Some comments include:
- JB: "Thank God everything works for good. GSM's hapless comment as a mere CSO of the state has hastened PBAT's renewed hope agenda on state police."
- Joe Vinnie: "Are they still alive? Are they well fed? Same thing government officials were saying during the Chibok girls abduction, weak governor."
- Tayme: "People's patience is running out. We can't afford to be another Kwara that allowed these bandits to escape and now attack on a monthly basis."
- ThatCIA: "He should be suspended immediately, if Fabura can be suspended. This man isn't exempt for almost a month and can't provide for those kids."
Peter Obi Speaks on Oyo Kidnapping
Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2027 general election, condemned the abduction. He begged for the release of the children in the name of humanity and decried the state of insecurity in the country. His statement also sparked reactions from Nigerians.
