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Oyo School Abduction: Approves 1000 Forest Guards, Deploys Special Rescue Team

BY CHIKA OKEKE, Abuja    President Bola Tinubu Committed to the rescue of school children abducted in Oyo State, President Bola Tinubu has approved the recruitment  of 1,000 forest guards in collaboration with the state government. A high-powered delegation from the Federal Government had on Sunday, May 31, 2026, visited Esiele and Yawota communities in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State following the abduction of pupils and teachers from Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, and L.A. Primary School on May 15, 2026. The delegation conveyed President Bola Tinubu's deep concern over the incident and his commitment to securing the safe return of the victims. In addition, the President directed the establishment of a specialized security unit with advanced rescue capabilities to intensify efforts to secure the release of the abducted pupils and teachers. The delegation also informed community leaders and lawmakers that their request ...