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All Abducted Oyo School Children and Teachers Rescued in Oriire, Ogbomoso

Ogbomoso, Oyo State – July 10, 2026

All schoolchildren and teachers abducted during the May 15 attack on the Ahoro-Esiele community in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have been successfully rescued. The rescue operation brings an end to nearly two months of captivity for the victims, who were seized by heavily armed gunmen.

On May 15, 2026, armed assailants invaded three schools in the Ahoro-Esiele community, abducting 46 pupils, teachers, and the principal of a secondary school. The incident sparked widespread concern across the nation. Tragically, one of the kidnapped teachers, Michael Oyedokun, was reportedly beheaded by the abductors days after the initial abduction.

The Oyo State Government denied paying any ransom for the release of the victims. Details surrounding the rescue operation, including whether any arrests were made, have not yet been officially disclosed. Bayo Onanuga on his official X handle said 8 kidnappers were arrested during the rescued operation while the rest were killed.

The government reiterates its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all residents and educational institutions within the Oyo state. Efforts are ongoing to prevent future occurrences and bring perpetrators of such heinous crimes to justice.