Oyo State Governor: Seyin Makinde
The Oyo State Government has dismissed widespread reports circulating on social media claiming that pupils and teachers abducted during last Friday’s attack in Oriire Local Government Area have been released.
Abayomi Fagbenro, Special Adviser on Security to Governor Seyi Makinde, described the reports as false, stating that as of Thursday morning, no such development had occurred.
“As of 10:35 am, it’s not true,” he clarified in response to media inquiries.
The attack, which took place in the Ahoro-Esinle/Yawota axis of Ogbomoso, targeted three schools and resulted in the death of at least two individuals.
Approximately 30 pupils, students, and teachers were abducted during the incident, sparking nationwide concern.
Despite viral claims suggesting the victims had regained freedom, authorities maintain that no official confirmation supports such reports.
Some social media users had also expressed skepticism, noting the absence of credible coverage from mainstream media.
The Oyo State Police Command echoed the government’s position.
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Police Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, stated he was unaware of any release as of Wednesday midnight but assured that security agencies are intensifying efforts to rescue the victims.
In response to the attack, the Inspector-General of Police deployed additional detectives from Abuja to support ongoing rescue operations.
Meanwhile, the Defence Headquarters confirmed that troops have established contact with the abductors and are working towards a safe recovery of the victims.
Also weighing in, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, called for a “careful, clinical and timely” rescue operation to ensure the safe return of those kidnapped.
Governor Makinde reiterated that the government remains committed to securing the release of the abducted individuals.
He disclosed that seven students were taken from Community Grammar School, while 18 children and seven teachers were abducted from Baptist Nursery and Primary School.
Security agencies continue coordinated efforts as families and residents await positive updates.
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