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Nigeria: Oyo School Kidnap - Troops Block Escape Routes As Terrorists Reduce Demands [Vanguard] There are strong indications that the 39 abducted schoolchildren and seven teachers from Ahoro-Esinle, Yawota and Alawusa communities in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State may regain their freedom any time soon as security operatives intensify rescue efforts.

Sunday Igboho Gives Fulani Leaders Ultimatum Over Kidnapping Igboho gives Fulani leaders ultimatum over raising kidnappings, police launch probe June 21, 2026 12:00 am Yoruba nation activist, Sunday Igboho...Photo Credit: BBC By Olufemi Adediran Kindly share this story: Yoruba Nation activist, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, on Saturday issued an ultimatum to Fulani community leaders in Igboho town, Oorelope Local Government Area of Oyo State, to facilitate the release of residents reportedly abducted by kidnappers. A video that went viral on social media earlier on Saturday showed Igboho issuing a two-hour ultimatum for the release of the abductees during a meeting with Fulani leaders and security officials at the palace of the Alepata of Igboholand, Oba Joel Olawuwo. This was as the Oyo State Police Command said it had begun investigations into the threat. The activist, who spoke in Yoruba, warned that failure to secure the victims’ release within the stipulated period could lead to unrest. He accused some members of the Fulani community of being behind a series of kidnappings in the area, including the abduction of a pregnant woman, her sister and a child, a f…

Children Belong In Classrooms, Not Captivity': ASOHON, CPN Demand ... News Children Belong In Classrooms, Not Captivity’: ASOHON, CPN Demand Immediate Release Of Abducted Ibadan Pupils by Titilope Joseph June 3, 2026 written by Titilope Joseph June 3, 2026 Share 0 Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email Screenshot 0 The Association of Orphanages and Home Operators in Nigeria (ASOHON), Oyo State chapter, in collaboration with the Child Protection Network (CPN), has called for the immediate and safe return of schoolchildren and their headmistress reportedly abducted by terrorists in Ibadan last month, describing the incident as an attack on families and the future of Nigeria. Speaking during a press conference in Ibadan, the Public Relations Officer of ASOHON, Mrs. Abimbola Abraham-Adegboyega, said the gathering of child advocates, community leaders and stakeholders was driven by one common goal — to demand urgent action and pray for the safe release of the victims. According to her, children belong in classrooms and homes, not in captivity. “This abduction is an attack on every family in Nigeria. It breaks the law and it breaks our hearts. Our children and every Nigerian deserve safety, p…

Oyo abduction: Priest invokes deities to rescue schoolchildr (VIDEO) Oyo abduction: Priest invokes deities to hunt kidnappers, rescue schoolchildren May 19, 2026 10:33 pm Priest invokes deities to hunt kidnappers, rescue abducted Oyo schoolchildren. Credit: The Cable By Deborah Sanusi Kindly share this story: Amid mounting anxiety over the fate of dozens of school children and teachers abducted in the Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, the local community has turned to spiritual intervention to secure the release of the victims. A video circulating on Tuesday, May 19, shared by The Cable, captured the moment a priest referred to as the Onisa of Esin Ele, Muraina Mutairo, performed a traditional ritual, invoking deities to hunt down the bandits and protect the captured children. Priest invokes deities to hunt kidnappers, rescue abducted Oyo schoolchildren. Credit: The Cable In the viral footage, Mutairo is seen dressed in traditional attire, chanting incantations in the Yoruba language and calling upon the ancestral guardians of the land to bring the children back home and “overcome the enemies.” The Onisa called on a monarch who offered prayers, echoing the priest’s declar…

Abduction Crisis: Falana Urges Focus on Rescue, Not Politics Abduction and Security have moved to the center of national discussion after human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) cautioned politicians and stakeholders against exploiting the recent kidnapping of pupils and teachers in Oyo State for political advantage. His intervention comes at a time of growing public anxiety, with families awaiting the safe return of victims and many Nigerians questioning whether the country’s security challenges are expanding faster than solutions are being implemented. While political debates continue, Falana argues that the nation cannot afford distractions when lives remain at risk. Falana Challenges Leaders: Rescue Victims Before Trading Accusations Falana’s position is straightforward: the rescue of abducted pupils and teachers must take precedence over partisan disputes. According to the senior advocate, the abduction should not become an opportunity for political actors to exchange blame while victims remain in captivity. Instead, he called for coordinated action among security agencies, government institutions, and community stakeholders to ensure the safe return of those affected. His rema…

Nigeria: Let's Prioritise Bringing Back Oyo Children [This Day] Rather than put heads together to see how the children and teachers abducted by terrorists in Oyo State can be rescued, the agents of the federal government have resorted to playing politics with the issue.

Nigeria: Federal Govt Promises Rescue, Justice Over Oyo, Borno School Attacks [Leadership] The federal government has assured Nigerians of intensified efforts toe rescue abducted schoolchildren and their teachers in Oyo and Borno States.

Nigeria: Oyo Abduction - 'I'm the Only One She Has', Woman Demands Ward's Rescue [Vanguard] Families of children abducted during a terrorist attack on schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have continued to plead for government intervention, 14 days after the incident.

Falana Warns Against Politicising Oyo School Abduction, Calls For ... FILE: Femi Falana Human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) has cautioned against politicising the recent abduction of pupils and teachers in Oyo State, urging security agencies to focus on rescuing victims and addressing the country’s security challenges. Advertisement Falana made the remarks on Friday when he appeared as a guest on Channels Television’s Politics Today. Reacting to comments by some political figures over the incident, Falana criticised attempts to attribute the abduction to political opponents without providing evidence. He said a minister and a former governor “are currently inciting people in Oyo State by politicising the tragedy of our people. “How can anybody in their right sense say, ‘I know it was a state government that kidnapped the children’? Please, if you know this, go to the police, go to the State Security Service and lodge a complaint,” he said. Advertisement [READ ALSO] Insecurity: CAN Demands State Of Emergency, Declares Three-Day National Mourning The senior lawyer questioned why those making such allegations had failed to report them to the authorities. “Somebody says, ‘I know the…

Nigeria: Oyo Abduction - 'I'm the Only One She Has', Woman Demands Ward's Rescue [Vanguard] Families of children abducted during a terrorist attack on schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have continued to plead for government intervention, 14 days after the incident.

Nigeria: We Are Losing Patience Over Our 42 Abducted Schoolchildren - Askira-UBA Leaders [Leadership] Stakeholders from Askira-Uba local government area of Borno State yesterday said they were losing patience over government's inaction on the 42 pupils abducted from Mussa Primary and Junior Secondary School in the area three weeks ago.

Oyo Abduction: 'if People Have To Be Sacrificed, Including Myself, We ... Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, on Tuesday declared that he would be willing to sacrifice himself if necessary to ensure the safe return of abducted schoolchildren, their teacher and principal from Oriire Local Government Area, insisting that Oyo State would never experience a tragedy similar to the 2014 Chibok schoolgirls’ abduction. The governor made the remarks while addressing protesters in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, amid growing concerns over the fate of the abducted pupils and school officials. Makinde disclosed that a lieutenant of the Nigerian Army was killed two days earlier during ongoing efforts to secure the release of the victims, underscoring the risks being faced by security personnel involved in the operation. Addressing the crowd, the governor stressed that the state government was doing everything within its power to ensure the safe rescue of the children and school staff while avoiding further loss of lives. According to him, Oyo State would not allow the situation to deteriorate into a national tragedy similar to the Chibok abduction. “That's our position. First, let me make …

Nigeria: Asohon, CPN Call for Immediate Release of Abducted Ibadan ... The Association of Orphanages and Home Operators in Nigeria (ASOHON), Oyo State chapter, in collaboration with the Child Protection Network (CPN), has called for the immediate and safe release of schoolchildren and their headmistress reportedly abducted in Ibadan last month. Speaking during a press conference in Ibadan, the Public Relations Officer of ASOHON, Mrs. Abimbola Abraham-Adegboyega, said child advocates, community leaders and stakeholders gathered to express concern over the incident and call for urgent action toward securing the victims' release. According to her, children should be in schools and homes, not in captivity. "This abduction affects families and communities and raises concerns about the safety and wellbeing of children. Our children and every Nigerian deserve safety, peace and a secure future," she said. Follow us onWhatsApp|LinkedInfor the latest headlines Abraham-Adegboyega said the association remained concerned about the continued captivity of the children and their headmistress, noting that prolonged detention could deepen emotional and psychological strain on both the victims …

Oyo School Kidnapping Update: Fresh Teacher Captivity Footage and VDM 4 ... Oyo School Kidnapping Update: Fresh Teacher Captivity Footage and VDM 4-Day Government Ultimatum SHARE A video that surfaced across social platforms on 29 May, 2026 has reopened a painful conversation about school safety in parts of Oyo State, pulling attention back to a crisis many thought was already being contained. What began as a disturbing clip showing a school principal or teacher speaking from captivity has now expanded into a wider national discussion involving government response, security operations, and a controversial ultimatum issued by social commentator Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan. The footage does not just circulate as another viral clip, it carries the weight of fear, uncertainty, and unanswered questions that continue to surround the abduction of school staff and students in rural communities. The emotional tone of the video, combined with the ongoing tension around rescue efforts, has turned it into more than just a report of an incident. It has become a symbol of frustration over insecurity and the fragile condition of educational spaces in affected areas. As reac…

Abduction: Reps Minority Leader Faults Tinubu's Failure To Visit Oyo ... A photo combo of Fred Agbedi and President Tinubu. The Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Frederick Agbedi, has faulted President Bola Tinubu’s failure to visit Oyo State in the wake of the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers in the state. Agbedi spoke when he featured as a guest on Channels Television’s Politics Today , asking Tinubu to resign if he is unable to secure the country. Advertisement “Yes, since he’s unable, he should quit,” the Bayelsa lawmaker said on Wednesday’s edition of the show when he was asked if the president should resign due to the rising rate of insecurity in Nigeria. “Take, for example, Mr. President went to Jos. He went to Jos to sympathise with the people of Plateau State who suffered an insecurity attack. What did the president say? He said the Jos airport had no lights, so in the next 10 minutes, he was going to leave. He didn’t even go to see the people; he met the people at the Jos airport. “Let me ask you, you said there was no light on the tarmac. Beautiful. Are you ready to lead your people? Let me tell you how many children are in captivity in Oyo State.…

Oyo: "Don't Protest, Pray God Touches Terrorists' Hearts To Release ... National News Facebook X WhatsApp Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has appealed to families and residents not to stage protests over the recent abduction of schoolchildren in the state, warning that such actions could worsen the situation and embolden the kidnappers. Speaking on the incident, Makinde said the state was facing a harsh security reality, stressing that terrorists and bandits were already operating dangeously close to communities. “I told the people our reality. Our reality is that the bandits, the trrrorists, are here within our doorstep,” the governor said. Advertisement He urged relatives of the abductd children to remain calm and prayerful, insisting that public protests would only “fuel the ego” of the kidnappers. “This is not the time for protest. The terroists and the bandits are not normal people. If they had a reasonable head, they won’t be in the bush doing what they are doing. So if we’re protesting, we’re fueling their ego,” he stated. The governor added that while security efforts were ongoing behind the scenes, citizens should continue praying for the abductors’ hearts to change. “T…

ASOHON demands immediate release of abducted Oyo pupils ASOHON demands immediate release of abducted Oyo pupils 04 June 2026 3:41 am WAT By Rapheal Follow Us on Google By Sunday Ani The Association of Orphanages and Home Operators in Nigeria (ASOHON), Oyo State chapter, in collaboration with the Child Protection Network (CPN), has called for the immediate and safe return of the schoolchildren and their headmistress reportedly abducted by terrorists in Oriire LG last month, describing the incident as an attack on families and the future of Nigeria. Speaking during a press conference in Ibadan, the Public Relations Officer of ASOHON, Mrs. Abimbola Abraham-Adegboyega, said the gathering of child advocates, community leaders and stakeholders was driven by one common goal, which is to demand urgent action and pray for the safe release of the victims. According to her, children should be in classrooms and homes, not in captivity. “This abduction is an attack on every family in Nigeria. It breaks the law and it breaks our hearts. Our children and every Nigerian deserves safety, peace and a secure future,” she said. She stated that the Association remained deeply concerned about the conti…

Ekiti orders free medical treatment for rescued kidnapped ... Metro Published By Kazeem Ugbodaga Date 4th July, 2026 Share: Gov. Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State Quick Read The governor urged individuals politicising the incident on social media to desist, stressing that security challenges should not be exploited for partisan interests but addressed through collective support for efforts to build a safer and more secure Ekiti. Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has directed the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH) to provide free and comprehensive medical treatment for worshippers recently rescued from captivity after being abducted by gunmen in the state. The victims, members of the Eda-Oniyo Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), were rescued following coordinated security operations involving multiple agencies. The governor’s directive was conveyed in a statement issued on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Media, Mr. Yinka Oyebode. According to the statement, Oyebanji also instructed the Ministry of Health and Human Services to oversee the welfare of the rescued worshippers and ensure that all medical expenses incurred during their treatment are fully covered by the st…

Nigeria: Abducted Borno Pupils' Parents Urge Tinubu, Zulum to Hasten Rescue Efforts [Leadership] Twenty-five days after the abduction of their children, parents of the Mussa schoolchildren in Borno State kidnapped by Boko Haram terrorists have recounted their pain, as 42 children remain in captivity.

Terrorists Demand Release of Commanders, ₦1bn Ransom and Other ... The terrorists responsible for the abductionof teachers and pupils from three schools in Oyo State have reportedly outlined a series of conditions that must be met before the remaining victims can regain their freedom. The attack occurred on May 15 when armed terrorists invaded schools located in the Esinele, Yawota and Alawusa communities of Oriire Local Government Area. The incident drew national attention days later after a disturbing video emerged on May 17 showing one of the kidnapped teachers, Michael Oladokun, being killed by his captors. Oladokun was a mathematics teacher at Community High School, Ahoro-Esinele. Reacting to the development, Seyi Makinde described the teacher’s death as deeply painful and condemned the attack. According to reports, the terrorists are now demanding four major concessions before releasing the remaining hostages. These include the release of two detained terrorist commanders, payment of a ransom, the provision of two Hilux vehicles, and the implementation of Sharia-related laws. The two commanders reportedly being sought by the group are Mahmud Usman and his deputy, Abubak…

'The Same God Who Rescued My Children Will Rescue Abducted Oyo School ... News WhatsApp Telegram X Facebook ReddIt Linkedin By Ajibola Rotimi Mrs. Olufunmilayo Adelabu, mother of former Minister of Power Bayo Adelabu, has looked back at the mental pain of praying for abducted schoolchildren in Oyo State, only to find herself facing a similar tragedy when her daughter and twin grandsons were kidnapped a day later. The aged woman shared her experience after the rescue of her daughter, Olaide Adegoke, and twin grandsons, Peter and Paul, who were abducted by gunmen in Ibadan on June 3. Speaking in a video that surfaced on Sunday, Mrs. Adelabu expressed gratitude to God and security operatives for the safe return of her family members following a rescue operation that secured their freedom on Saturday. “Olaide is my last child. I am overwhelmed with joy and gratitude to God for showing me mercy. I thank everyone who played a role in bringing them back safely,” she said. Mrs. Adelabu said the incident was particularly painful because she had been deeply moved by the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area just a day before her own family members were tak…

Abducted Oyo teachers cry for mercy in new video released by their ... •Groups demand their urgent rescue IN a one minute video released yesterday by their abductors, the abducted Oyo teachers and pupils yesterday made a passionate appeal to the authorities to give whatever the kidnappers demanded to secure their freedom. Two female teachers spoke in the video, one spoke in Yoruba while another one clutching a two-year-old boy spoke in English language. They all looked traumatized and terrified as they begged the government to do everything possible to ensure they are set free. They were among the 46 persons kidnapped when the terrorists attacked Community High School, Ahoro-Esinele and Yawota Baptist Nursery and Primary in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo state on May 15, 2026, abducting 39 pupils and students and seven teachers. The first female teacher who spoke in Yoruba said: “The authorities, we beg you in the name God, please have mercy on us. This suffering is too much for us, we are in the rain, in the sun including the young and the old. Today is the thirteenth day we have been in captivity. Please we don’t want you to fight these people at all. Let them set us fr…

Nigeria: Abducted Oyo Principal Speaks From Captivity, Begs Nigerians to Secure Their Freedom [Vanguard] *Warns: Don't play politics with our lives

Nigeria: Asohon, CPN Call for Immediate Release of Abducted Ibadan Pupils [Leadership] The Association of Orphanages and Home Operators in Nigeria (ASOHON), Oyo State chapter, in collaboration with the Child Protection Network (CPN), has called for the immediate and safe release of schoolchildren and their headmistress reportedly abducted in Ibadan last month.

Oyo School Abductions: Full List of Terrorists' Demands Terrorists holding the pupils and teachers abducted from three schools in the Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have issued a four-point demand to the authorities as a condition for their release. The abductors, who launched coordinated attacks on schools across the Esinele, Yawota, and Alawusa communities on May 15, 2026, are demanding the release of two detained high-profile terrorist commanders, a massive ransom payment, the provision of two Hilux vehicles, and the implementation of Sharia-related law. The two detained commanders at the center of the swap demand are Mahmud Usman, widely known as Abu Bara’a, and his deputy, Abubakar Abba, also known as Mahmud Al-Nigeri. Both men are leaders of Ansaru, a prominent Al-Qaeda-affiliated breakaway faction of Boko Haram, and are currently being held by the Department of State Services while standing trial on a 32-count terrorism charge before the Federal High Court in Abuja. Usman was previously sentenced to 15 years in prison in September 2025 after pleading guilty to illegal mining charges used to finance arms procurement, though he continues to deny the remaining terr…

Oyo school kidnapping: Full list of what the terrorists are demanding ... Terrorists abducted pupils and teachers from three schools in Oyo State’s Oriire LGA on May 15, 2026. The group, linked to Ansaru, released a video showing the killing of a teacher days after the attack. They are demanding ₦1 billion ransom, vehicles, Sharia law implementation, and the release of detained commanders. The terrorists holding pupils and teachers abducted from three schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have issued four main demands to the government before they will release the remaining hostages. The group, identified as members ofJama’atu Ansarul Muslimeena Fii Bilaadis Sudan(better known as Ansaru)—aBoko Haram splinter group—attacked the remote communities of Esinele, Yawota, and Alawusa onMay 15, 2026. During the well-coordinated raid,seven teachers and 39 pupilswere marched into the nearby Old Oyo National Park forest. Two days after the attack, the group released a harrowing video online showing the killing ofMichael Oyedokun, a 57-year-old mathematics teacherat Community High School, Ahoro-Esinele. Governor Seyi Makinde later confirmed the tragedy and expressed his …

Oyo School Kidnap Victims Yet To Be Freed, Police Clarify Nearly one week after terrorists stormed three schools in the Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, abducting pupils, students, and teachers, the victims remain in captivity, with security agencies still engaged in rescue operations as misinformation about their release continues to circulate online. The Oyo State Police Command confirmed on Friday that no victim had been freed, directly contradicting viral social media posts that had claimed otherwise. The Command’s spokesperson, Deputy Superintendent of Police Ayanlade Olayinka, made the disclosure in an official statement made available to newsmen in Ibadan. “The Oyo State Police Command wishes to inform the general public that the abducted students, pupils, and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area are yet to be released, as intensive efforts by security agencies continue to ensure their safe rescue and the arrest of those responsible for the criminal act,” the statement read. The Command described the spreading of unverified claims as counterproductive, warning that misinformation “only creates unnecessary panic, heightens tension, and diverts limited security …

ASOHON, CPN Demand Immediate Release Of Abducted Oyo Pupils … Says Children Belong in Classrooms, Not Captivity The Association of Orphanages and Home Operators in Nigeria (ASOHON), Oyo State chapter, in collaboration with the Child Protection Network (CPN), has called for the immediate and safe return of schoolchildren and their headmistress, reportedly abducted by terrorists in the state last month, describing the incident as an attack on families and the future of Nigeria. Advertisement Speaking during a press conference in Ibadan, the Public Relations Officer of ASOHON, Mrs Abimbola Abraham-Adegboyega, said the gathering of child advocates, community leaders and stakeholders was driven by one common goal to demand urgent action and pray for the safe release of the victims. According to her, children belong in classrooms and homes, not in captivity. Advertisement “This abduction is an attack on every family in Nigeria. It breaks the law, and it breaks our hearts. Our children and every Nigerian deserve safety, peace and a secure future,” she said. Abraham-Adegboyega stated that the Association remained deeply concerned about the continued captivity of the children and their hea…