CAN Calls for Focus on Captives After Oyo Rescue

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), led by Archbishop Daniel Okoh, has called for a focus on individuals still in captivity after the successful rescue of students and a teacher abducted in Oyo State. In a press statement, Okoh emphasized that the joy of the rescue should not overshadow the plight of families whose loved ones remain held by terrorist and criminal groups.

He noted that parents in Oriir, Oyo State, are anxiously awaiting the safe return of their children, who have been in captivity for 56 days. Okoh praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the nation's security agencies, including the Nigerian Police, Amotekun Corps, and local hunters, for their collaborative efforts in the rescue operation.

He acknowledged Governor Seyi Makinde's support for affected families during this challenging time. However, Okoh stressed that the rescued individuals require counseling and medical attention to recover from their traumatic experiences, urging government and faith-based organizations to work together to provide necessary rehabilitation.