Oyo school abduction Seyi Makinde vows no-negotiation rescue after captive teacher slain

Businessday | 18-06-2026 04:35am |

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has announced a firm stance against negotiating with kidnappers following the tragic murder of a teacher who was taken captive. The incident has heightened concerns as 39 schoolchildren remain unaccounted for, believed to be held deep within a vast national park. The governor emphasized the state's commitment to ensuring the safe return of the children without engaging in any form of negotiation with the abductors. Security agencies are reportedly intensifying efforts to locate and rescue the hostages.

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