Nigerians Should Stop Saying Gov’t Paid Ransom. Applaud The Soldiers That Risked That Lives -Yemi

According to a recent video by Feel Right TV on Monday, July 13, 2026, a distinguished Yoruba cultural leader, HSM Aare Oba Dr. Amb. Adeyemi, Oba Ede ati Asa Ile Yoruba, has expressed dismay over the public’s fixation on ransom allegations instead of celebrating the military’s bravery in rescuing abducted students in Oyo State.

The monarch questioned why Nigerians are not applauding the soldiers who risked their lives to secure the release of the victims.

Speaking on the controversy, the royal father lamented that unverified claims of ransom payment have overshadowed the sacrifices made by security forces. He urged Nigerians to redirect their gratitude toward the troops whose courage and professionalism led to the successful rescue operation.

The monarch’s comments come amid growing public debate over whether the government compromised its no-ransom policy. While the Federal Government maintains that no ransom was paid, attributing the release to sustained military pressure, public skepticism persists.

The monarch’s intervention adds a cultural perspective to the national discourse, reminding citizens of the valor displayed by the armed forces. He called on Nigerians to honor the soldiers who risked everything to bring the children back to their families safely, emphasizing that their heroism should not be overlooked.

His Words: “ They are all saying that the government paid ransom. Why are Nigerians not applauding the soldiers that risked their lives to rescue those students…....