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BREAKING NEWS: Kidnapped Oyo Pupils, Teachers Regain Freedom
The pupils and teachers abducted in Orire Local Government Area of Oyo State have been freed by their captors.
This development was announced on Friday by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
In a post on his verified X (formerly Twitter) account, Onanuga confirmed the release, stating: “Finally, the kidnapped pupils and teachers in Orire, Oyo have been freed by their abductors.”
As of the time of reporting, details of the release including whether any ransom was paid or the exact circumstances that led to their freedom remained unclear. Further information is expected to emerge in the coming hours.
The victims were among those seized from schools in the area in recent weeks, an incident that had sparked widespread concern and calls for their safe return. Their freedom brings relief to families and residents of the affected communities.
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