Osun Schools Closed Amid False Bandit Invasion Rumors

On Tuesday, schools in Osun State were closed in response to rumors of a bandit invasion, causing panic among parents who rushed to pick up their children. The rumors began circulating early in the morning, particularly around Ila Orangun, with claims of a schoolgirl abduction in Faaj village along Oyan Road.

However, investigations revealed that the girl had merely hidden to avoid going to school, and the abduction claims were false. Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, through spokesperson Olawal Rashe, dismissed the rumors as the work of "evil opposition elements" and reassured the public that proactive security measures were being taken.

He urged residents to ignore the false alarms and confirmed that there were no actual kidnapping incidents. The governor also mentioned that security agencies are collaborating to enhance safety in schools and communities, and he warned against inciting criminal conduct.

Additionally, he noted that refurbished armored personnel carriers are ready for deployment to strengthen security in the state.