Borno Parents Demand Action as Protests Erupt in Oyo

Parents of abducted children in Borno have expressed frustration over the federal government's lack of response regarding the kidnapping of 40 children and a teacher from Mussa Primary and Junior Secondary School by Boko Haram on May 15. Local councillor Peter Haruna Waba voiced feelings of abandonment, questioning why the federal government has not shown similar commitment to securing the release of the Borno pupils as it did for those in Oyo State.

In Oyo, protests erupted as residents demanded action for the rescue of 46 pupils and a teacher abducted by gunmen. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu condemned the killings and announced measures to strengthen rescue efforts, including the recruitment of 1,000 forest guards.

Activist Femi Falana urged immediate action from the government, highlighting the disparity in responses to abductions across regions. Protests also occurred in Abeokuta, Ogun State, reflecting growing frustration over insecurity in Nigeria.