Oyo Abduction: Tinubu Condoles Families, Orders Rescue Operation

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed condolences to families affected by the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, assuring that no child should ever be taken from the safety of a classroom.

Bola Ahmed Tinubu said he shares in the pain and anxiety of affected families following the attack on communities in Esiele and Yawota, which has heightened nationwide concern over school security.

In a statement issued on Monday, the President also commiserated with the family of a teacher killed during the incident, identified as Mrs Mary Oyedokun, describing her as a victim whose sacrifice would not be forgotten.

“I also extend my deepest condolences to the family of the late teacher, Mrs Mary Oyedokun. Her sacrifice will not be forgotten, and her family will not be abandoned,” he said.

Tinubu reaffirmed that rescue operations would continue in a coordinated, intelligence-driven manner, combining both kinetic and non-kinetic strategies to secure the release of the abducted pupils and teachers.

“Our rescue efforts will be intelligence-led, careful, coordinated, and sustained. We will deploy every lawful tool available, both kinetic and non-kinetic, to ensure our children and teachers are safely returned home,” he said.

The President’s statement follows the deployment of a high-level Federal Government delegation to the affected communities in Oriire Local Government Area after the May 15, 2026 abductions.

The delegation included the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila; National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu; the Minister of Defence; and the Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, among other senior security officials.

Tinubu also reinforced earlier security measures, including the deployment of a specialised security unit with advanced rescue capabilities and the mobilisation of 1,000 forest guards in collaboration with the Oyo State Government to strengthen surveillance in forest corridors used by armed groups.

He added that a request for the establishment of a military base in the affected area was receiving urgent consideration.

The abduction has continued to raise concerns over school safety and rural insecurity, with authorities maintaining that ongoing operations are aimed at securing the safe return of the victims and strengthening security in vulnerable communities.

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