Oyo Lawmakers Demand Action Against Kidnappers After Attack

On May 15, 2026, the Oyo State House of Assembly, led by Johnson Ogundele, rejected any negotiations with kidnappers following the abduction of teachers and students during an attack in Oriir Local Government Area. The assembly called for intensified rescue operations and the deployment of security personnel to vulnerable communities.

They urged Governor Seyi Makinde to support security agencies and establish a permanent military base in areas prone to bandit attacks. The lawmakers expressed concern over the recurring violence, citing a recent incident where armed bandits invaded a school, resulting in the death of a teacher and the abduction of several students.

They also emphasized the need for a security audit of schools near forest borders and the installation of security measures such as solar-powered lights and CCTV cameras. Additionally, they called for the establishment of a state police force and urged the federal government to expedite its creation to enhance local security efforts.