Oyo Abduction: Governor Adeleke Hails Tinubu, Makinde on Release of Abducted Pupils and Teachers
Governor Ademola Adeleke congratulates President Tinubu and Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde on the successful rescue of abducted pupils and teachers, commending the Nigerian Army, DSS, NIA, Police and other security agencies whose coordinated operations led to the victims' safe release.
Osun State Governor Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State on the successful rescue of the pupils and teachers abducted in Oyo State, describing their unconditional release as cheering news for the nation.
Governor Adeleke also praised the Nigerian Armed Forces and other security agencies for the professionalism, resilience and coordination that culminated in the safe release of the victims after weeks of painstaking operations.
"I congratulate President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and my brother Governor Seyi Makinde on the successful rescue of the abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State. Their safe return is a great relief to their families and indeed to all Nigerians," the governor stated.
Governor Adeleke commended the Nigerian Army, the Office of the National Security Adviser, the National Counter Terrorism Centre, the Defence Headquarters, the Nigerian Navy, the Nigerian Air Force, the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services, the National Intelligence Agency, the NSCDC and other security agencies whose coordinated efforts made the success possible.
He particularly applauded the security forces for conducting the operation with professionalism and restraint, ensuring the victims were safely released while dismantling the criminal network responsible for the abduction.
The governor also paid tribute to security personnel who made sacrifices during the operation, praying for the repose of souls of those who lost their lives and speedy recovery for those injured.
Governor Adeleke urged security agencies — especially the Osun Command of the Nigeria Police Force — to sustain the momentum against criminal elements.
Signed: Mallam Olawale Rasheed — Spokesperson to the State Governor