Senate Approves N50m for Families of Slain Soldiers, Teachers

On Wednesday, the Nigerian Senate approved a N50 million donation for the families of three soldiers and two teachers who lost their lives during a rescue operation in Oriire Local Government Area, Oyo State. Senate President Godswill Akpabio announced the intervention during a plenary session, commending the Nigerian Armed Forces and security agencies for successfully rescuing victims who had been held captive for 56 days.

The Senate adopted a motion sponsored by Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele, who praised President Bola Tinubu for deploying resources to secure the victims. The families of the deceased will receive N10 million each as financial support.

The incident, which occurred on May 15, involved the abduction of 45 pupils and teachers, triggering nationwide condemnation and concerns about school security, particularly in rural areas. The Senate observed a minute of silence in honor of the fallen soldiers and teachers, reiterating its commitment to improving national security and protecting vulnerable communities.