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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 for the establishment of a military base in the area would be conveyed to the President for consideration and approval.

News Rider reports that the delegation was led by the President's Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, and included the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu; the Inspector-General of Police; Tunji Disu; Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd); and the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare.

Addressing residents in both English and Yoruba, Gbajabiamila said that the President's decision to dispatch the nation's top security leadership to the affected communities reflected his determination to deploy every available resource towards securing the victims' release.

"Mr. President is deeply troubled by this incident. Whatever it takes, our children and teachers will be brought back home safely. He has issued all necessary directives and is providing every support required by our security agencies to achieve that objective.

 "Your pain and anxiety are understood. By the grace of God, your children will return safely to your arms.

"Mr. President also saw the appeals from some parents and community members urging caution in the rescue efforts. Let me assure you that the operation will be intelligence-led and carefully coordinated, deploying both kinetic and non-kinetic measures to secure the safe return of the victims," he said.

The delegation was also at the palace of the Soun of Ogbomoso land, HRM Kabiyesi Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye to commiserate with him and his people. The delegation also met with the wife of the deceased school Teacher, Mrs. Mary Oyedokun and her two children. Femi Gbajabiamila delivered the President’s condolences with a promise that the family will not suffer.

This was contained in a statement by Special Adviser to the President on Information & Strategy, Bayo Onanuga in Abuja. 

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