Nigerian Army Rescues 44 Abducted Pupils and Teachers

On July 10, 2026, the Nigerian Army, under the command of Maj. Gen.

C.R. Nnebeif, successfully rescued 44 pupils and teachers who had been abducted by suspected Ansaru terrorists in Oriire Local Government Area, Oyo State.

The operation was part of a strategic initiative to identify and dismantle the kidnapping network responsible for the abduction, which occurred on May 15, 2026. The rescue operation was intelligence-led and involved collaboration with multiple security agencies, including Amotekun Corp, the Nigerian Police, and the Department of State Services.

The Nigerian Army's efforts resulted in the arrest of several suspects and the disruption of the terrorist group's activities. The operation was executed carefully to ensure the safe rescue of the victims without collateral damage.

Lt. Col.

Danjuma, Deputy Director of Army Public Relations, confirmed the details in a statement, emphasizing the importance of the operation in combating terrorism in the region.