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Kidnapped schoolchildren and teachers from a secondary school in Oriire, Oyo State, have been rescued by Nigerian security agencies. Eight suspected kidnappers were arrested during the operation, which officials said was carried out without paying ransom or releasing any suspect. The rescue has been welcomed by President Bola Tinubu, Governor Seyi Makinde and the Nigeria Union of Teachers.
Kidnapped Oyo Schoolchildren And Teachers Rescued As Security Forces Arrest Eight Suspects
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Schoolchildren and teachers who were kidnapped by suspected bandits in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have been rescued by Nigerian security agencies after weeks in captivity.
The successful rescue was confirmed by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, who said the operation led to the arrest of eight suspected kidnappers.
He added that there was no ransom payment or prisoner exchange during the rescue.
SECURITY FORCES RESCUE VICTIMS
According to the Presidency, security agencies carried out the operation and safely freed all the kidnapped pupils and teachers.
Eight members of the kidnapping gang were arrested and are now being held by the Department of State Services (DSS).
Officials also said some of the suspects were killed during the operation.
The government stated that one notorious gang leader, whose release had been demanded by the kidnappers, remains in custody and is facing prosecution.
NO DEAL WITH KIDNAPPERS
The Presidency stressed that the rescue operation was completed without making any concessions to the kidnappers.
Officials said the government refused to release the wanted gang leader despite the kidnappers' demands.
Security agencies are expected to provide more details about the operation in the coming days.
RESCUED TEACHER THANKS PRESIDENT
A video released after the rescue showed one of the rescued teachers expressing gratitude to President Bola Tinubu and the security agencies.
She thanked the President for his commitment to their safety and praised the efforts of the security personnel involved in the rescue mission.
The rescued schoolchildren were also seen eating biscuits and thanking the President.
The emotional video has attracted widespread attention on social media.
GOVERNOR MAKINDE WELCOMES RESCUE
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde
expressed happiness over the safe return of the victims.
He described the rescue as a huge relief for the families, communities and the entire state.
The governor said he was overjoyed by the successful operation and thanked everyone involved in securing the victims' release.
ATTACK SHOCKED THE NATION
The victims were kidnapped on 15 May 2026 when armed attackers invaded Community High School in Ahoro-Esinele, Oriire Local Government Area.
The attackers abducted the school principal, teachers and dozens of pupils.
During the attack, one teacher was shot dead, while another abducted teacher was later reportedly killed by the kidnappers.
The incident sparked nationwide outrage and renewed concerns over the safety of schools.
TEACHERS DEMANDED STRONGER PROTECTION
Following the attack, teachers organised protests and demanded stronger security for schools across Nigeria.
The Nigeria Union of Teachers described the attack as cruel and inhumane and warned that continued attacks on schools could force teachers to suspend their services nationwide.
The union later organised a nationwide rally calling for the immediate rescue of the victims.
The attack also caused fear and emotional distress among teachers, pupils, parents and local communities.
The successful rescue has brought relief to many families, although concerns remain about improving security around schools to prevent similar attacks in the future.