BREAKING NEWS: Seyi Makinde gives key update on Oyo mass school abduction

Oyo state governor, Seyi Makinde, has provided an update on ongoing security efforts following the mass abduction of schoolchildren and teachers in the state, assuring residents that coordinated operations are underway to secure the victims and restore calm.

The governor spoke during a meeting with leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) and the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), shortly after a joint protest at the Governor’s Office over the incident.

Makinde disclosed that security operatives deployed by the Federal Government have been working in Oyo State for the past two weeks, with daily engagements between both state and federal security stakeholders to coordinate rescue efforts.

He stressed that the collaboration has remained consistent and intensive, aimed at ensuring progress in the ongoing operations.

In his words: “Security operatives from the federal government have been in Oyo State for the past two weeks, and we’ve been meeting with them three to four times daily.”

The governor urged residents and protesting groups to remain calm, noting that authorities are working tirelessly to ensure the safe return of abducted students and teachers.

He reiterated the government’s commitment to protecting lives and restoring confidence in the education sector, while maintaining that updates would continue as operations progress.