Oyo State Government Responds to NYSC Members' Abduction

The Oyo State Government condemned the abduction of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members of Oyo origin in Imo State. Commissioner Oyelade stated that the government is in communication with relevant security agencies, the Imo State government, and the NYSC leadership to ensure a coordinated response.

Governor Seyi Makinde has directed that all necessary resources be deployed to secure the safe return of the abducted corps members. Oyelade emphasized that the safety and welfare of Oyo indigenes, whether within or outside the state, is a priority for the administration.

The government has urged the families of the abducted members to remain calm and assured them that authorities are actively working on the situation. Additionally, the government called on security agencies to intensify efforts to bring the perpetrators to justice and pledged to collaborate with stakeholders to prevent similar incidents in the future.