President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed sympathy with families affected by the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, declaring that no child should ever be taken from the safety of a classroom.
In a statement issued on Monday, the President said he shared in the pain and anxiety of families following the attack on communities in Esiele and Yawota, an incident that has heightened concerns over school security across the country.
“No child should be taken from the safety of a classroom. No parent should have to endure this anguish,” Tinubu said.
The President also extended his condolences to the family of the late teacher, Mrs Mary Oyedokun, widow of Michael Oyedokun, who was reportedly beheaded by bandits during the attack. He described her as a victim whose sacrifice would not be forgotten.
“I also extend my deepest condolences to the family of the late teacher, Mrs Mary Oyedokun. Her sacrifice will not be forgotten, and her family will not be abandoned,” he stated.
Tinubu assured Nigerians that efforts to secure the release of the abducted victims would continue through coordinated and intelligence-driven operations.
According to him, the government will deploy both kinetic and non-kinetic measures to ensure the safe return of the pupils and teachers.
“Our rescue efforts will be intelligence-led, careful, coordinated, and sustained. We will deploy every lawful tool available, both kinetic and non-kinetic, to ensure our children and teachers are safely returned home,” the President said.
