Eight Arrested in Oyo School Kidnap Rescue Operation

The Presidency announced that eight suspects were arrested and several others neutralized during a rescue operation aimed at freeing a pupil and a teacher who were abducted in Orir Local Government Area, Oyo State. The operation, confirmed by Bayo Onanuga, a special adviser to the Presidency, was conducted without yielding to any demands from the kidnappers, who reportedly insisted on the release of their leader as a condition for freeing the captives.

The operation was carried out by the Department of State Services (DSS), which is currently holding the suspects in custody to face prosecution for terrorism-related offenses. The incident, which occurred on May 15, triggered nationwide outrage after a teacher was killed during the attack, and a video surfaced showing the beheading of a victim.

The successful rescue operation marks the end of a week of uncertainty for the families and community affected by the abduction. Further details regarding the security operation are expected from relevant authorities.