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  • Panic In Oyo As Parents Storm School, Withdraw Children Over Fresh Bandit Rumours

    Fear and confusion erupted in a community in Oyo State on Tuesday after anxious parents reportedly stormed a primary school and forcefully withdrew their children over rumours of a fresh bandit attack around the Ajawa axis.

    The incident reportedly happened at Ijeru Baptist Basic School I and III following claims circulating within the area that armed bandits had invaded nearby communities.

    Parents Force School Gates Open

    Photos and videos seen online captured chaotic scenes as worried parents rushed into the school premises, forced the gates open and hurriedly took their children away amid panic.

    According to SaharaReporters, the situation caused tension among teachers, pupils and residents within the area.

    A community source said the panic was triggered by unverified reports linking violence in nearby communities to suspected bandit activities.

    “The parents stormed the school, forced the gate open, and began taking their children away by force,” the source said.

    Teachers Attempted To Calm Situation

    The source explained that school authorities repeatedly assured parents that there was no confirmed bandit invasion around the school environment.

    “The information they heard was that bandits were around Ajawa, which is not true,” the source added.

    Teachers were also said to have contacted security operatives within the district in a bid to calm the growing panic.

    “The teachers came out saying they had contacted the police command within that district that they were told the violence had to do with a fight between Fulani people and the farmers there,” the source stated.

    Fresh Fear After Oyo School Abduction

    The latest scare comes days after terrorists attacked schools in the Ogbomoso axis of Oyo State, killing and abducting teachers and students.

    Two teachers have already been confirmed dead, while videos showing one of the abducted school principals pleading for government intervention surfaced online.

    Authorities are yet to officially comment on Tuesday’s panic at the school as tension continues to grow among residents and parents across affected communities in Oyo State.

  • Full List Of 46 Abducted Teachers, Pupils And Toddler In Oyo School Attack

    A 2-year-old toddler, Christianah Akanbi, is among 46 persons abducted during a coordinated attack on schools and surrounding communities in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State last Friday.

    Community leaders confirmed that the victims include seven teachers and 39 pupils and students abducted from Community High School, Ahoro-Esinele, and Yawota Baptist Nursery and Primary School.

    The attackers were also said to have carted away four motorcycles belonging to villagers during the operation.

    Below is the full list of abducted teachers, pupils and residents as released by community leaders.

    Abducted Teachers

    1. Mrs. Alamu Folawe – Principal, Community High School, Ahoro-Esinele
    2. Mr. Ojo Jonathan – Vice Principal
    3. Mr. Olatunde Zacchaeus – Teacher
    4. Mr. John Olaleye – Teacher
    5. Mr. Michael Oyedokun – Teacher
    6. Mrs. Oladeji – Teacher
    7. Mary Akanbi – Teacher, Yawota Baptist Nursery and Primary School

    Victims From Ahoro-Esinele Community

    1. Rashida Tajudeen – 11 years
    2. Ahmed Ramoni – 8 years
    3. Abdulsalam Toyib – 4 years
    4. Baraka Abioye – 16 years
    5. Fatimo Jimoh – 15 years
    6. Hassan Azeez – 14 years
    7. Joshua Adeleke – 13 years

    Victims From Yawota Community

    1. Samuel Oyedele – 7 years
    2. Emmanuel Oyedele – 4 years
    3. Idowu Taiwo – 4 years
    4. Christianah Akanbi – 2 years
    5. Juwon Sunday – 7 years
    6. Sikiru Salami – 3 years
    7. Soliu Salami – 4 years
    8. Ojo Joseph – 8 years
    9. Lydia Adewole – 8 years
    10. Testimony Jacob – 5 years
    11. Kehinde Kaosara – 7 years
    12. Sewa Seyi – 7 years
    13. Waliya Bello – 4 years
    14. Lydia Olohunloluwa – 7 years
    15. Damilare Oderinde – 8 years
    16. Deborah Adebowale – 5 years
    17. Aisha Oguntowo – 10 years
    18. Lege Taiwo – 12 years
    19. Balkis Ayanwale – 8 years
    20. Asa David – 10 years

    Victims From Oniya Community

    1. Shuaibu Aliyu – 10 years
    2. Ahmed Aliyu – 7 years
    3. Muiz Aliyu – 5 years
    4. Jomiloju Ogunlola – 6 years

    Victims From Alawusa Community

    1. Agune Noah – 8 years
    2. Elizabeth Abadi – 5 years
    3. Tosin Abadi – 9 years
    4. Pius Stephen – 5 years
    5. Hannah Ojo – 14 years
    6. Habidat Ayanwale – 7 years
    7. Mary Gabriel – 6 years
    8. Jacob Gabriel – age not specified

    Following the attack, teachers in the affected communities have suspended work, calling on the federal government and Oyo State Government to urgently secure the release of the abducted victims.

  • Oyo Police Arrest Six Suspects Over Abduction, Killing of Teachers and Pupils in Ahoro-Esiele

    The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of six suspects in connection with the deadly attack on schools in Ahoro-Esiele, Oriire Local Government Area, where pupils were abducted and two teachers alongside an okada rider were killed.

    The development comes days after the violent assault on the community, which has continued to spark fear and outrage across Oyo State and neighbouring areas.

    Suspects Allegedly Acted As Informants

    According to the police, the arrested suspects are believed to have played supporting roles as informants to the abductors before, during and after the attack.

    Investigators said early findings showed that some of the suspects were in direct communication with the attackers during the operation.

    The police explained that telephone records and conversations allegedly exchanged between the suspects and the abductors helped advance the investigation.

    Phone Records Led To Breakthrough

    State Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Olayinka Ayanlade, confirmed that the breakthrough came after security operatives traced communications linked to the attack.

    He said the intercepted calls contained information that allegedly helped the attackers navigate through routes within the National Park and locate safe hideouts.

    “Our findings showed that some of the suspects were in contact with the abductors through telephone conversations,” Ayanlade said.

    He added that the communications are currently being analysed to determine the level of involvement of each suspect and identify others still at large.

    Joint Security Operation Ongoing

    The police disclosed that the arrests were carried out through coordinated operations involving the Nigerian Army, Amotekun Corps, NSCDC, and Agro Rangers.

    According to the command, the joint operation is part of wider efforts to dismantle the criminal network behind the attack and rescue remaining victims.

    Authorities assured that efforts were ongoing to track down fleeing members of the syndicate.

    “We are committed to ensuring that every individual connected to this criminal act is identified, arrested and brought to justice,” the police spokesman added.

    Tension Remains In Oriire Communities

    The attack on Ahoro-Esiele has left residents in fear, especially after reports of killings and abductions involving schoolchildren and teachers.

    Security agencies say investigations are still ongoing as pressure mounts for the safe rescue of all victims and full exposure of those behind the incident.

  • Ogbomoso Teachers Protest Abduction, Killing of Colleagues as Security Fears Escalate in Oyo

    Angry teachers in Oyo State have taken to the streets in Ogbomoso in protest over the abduction and killing of their colleagues following a deadly attack on schools in the Ahoro-Esinele community.

    The protest comes amid rising tension in the state after terrorists reportedly abducted more than 45 students and several teachers, including school principals, during coordinated attacks on educational facilities.

    Teachers demand urgent government action

    In a viral video from the protest, one of the teachers expressed fear over the increasing insecurity, warning that schools could become repeated targets if urgent action is not taken.

    “We don’t know the next target, security is a right, please protect us,” she said.

    The protesting teachers called on the government to immediately strengthen security around schools and ensure the rescue of abducted colleagues and students.

    They also urged teachers across the state to consider withdrawing their services until concrete steps are taken to guarantee safety in schools.

    Attack leaves community in shock

    The attack reportedly occurred between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. last Friday at Community High School, Ahoro-Esinele, where armed men stormed the premises and whisked away students and staff.

    Among those abducted was the school principal, Rachael Alamu, alongside several teachers and students whose total number is still being confirmed by authorities.

    A resident described how the attackers invaded the school before escaping with victims into surrounding forest areas.

    Killed teacher sparks outrage

    Tension further escalated after reports emerged that one of the abducted teachers, Mr. Michael Oyedokun, was killed in captivity, with disturbing videos reportedly circulating online.

    The incident has deepened fears among residents and intensified calls for stronger security intervention in rural school communities.

    Government urged to act swiftly

    The protesting teachers appealed directly to Governor Seyi Makinde and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, urging immediate rescue efforts and improved protection for schools.

    They warned that continued attacks on teachers and students threaten the foundation of education in the state, stressing that schools must no longer remain vulnerable.

    As of the time of filing this report, security agencies have yet to issue a fresh update on the ongoing rescue operations.

  • Makinde Confirms Abducted Oyo Teacher Killed by Terrorists After School Attack

    Governor Seyi Makinde has confirmed that one of the teachers abducted during the recent attack on schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State has been killed by terrorists.

    Makinde made the disclosure during a press briefing on the school abduction incident, days after armed men invaded schools in Ahoro-Esinele community and kidnapped dozens of teachers and pupils.

    Makinde confirms teacher’s death

    According to the governor, intelligence reports available to the state government showed that seven teachers were abducted during the attack.

    He added that one of the victims, identified as a mathematics teacher, was killed after a disturbing video surfaced online.

    “What we know right now is that seven teachers were abducted. And unfortunately, we got a video this morning that one of the teachers, I understand the maths teacher, was killed by the terrorists this morning. Of course our prayers are with the family,” Makinde said.

    RNN had earlier reported that a viral video allegedly showed Mr. Oyedekun being beheaded while in captivity.

    Government adopts new rescue strategies

    The governor stated that the state government had begun combining both kinetic and non-kinetic approaches to address the crisis and secure the release of the remaining victims.

    He revealed that consultations were ongoing with community leaders, security agencies and religious organisations, including the Baptist Convention whose school was affected during the attack.

    According to Makinde, the situation remains difficult and sensitive, stressing that authorities are doing everything possible to rescue the abducted pupils and teachers safely.

    “We have decided that we will adopt not just the kinetic approach. There has been a lot of threats… I want to appeal. We have not taken this lightly,” he said.

    Makinde appeals for calm

    The governor appealed to residents of the affected communities and the people of Oyo State to cooperate with security agencies and support rescue efforts.

    He insisted that the priority of government remained the safe return of the remaining abducted victims.

    “I want to appeal that we do everything within our power to ensure that this is resolved quickly and we bring our children back safely. But it is a very difficult and challenging situation,” he added.

    Makinde also announced that the state government would commence daily press briefings to keep the public updated on developments surrounding the rescue operations.

  • Tension in Oyo as Abducted Teacher Reportedly Killed by Kidnappers

    There is growing tension in Oyo State following reports that one of the teachers abducted during the recent attack on schools in Ahoro-Esinele community has allegedly been killed by kidnappers.

    According to a video circulating online, Mr. Michael Oyedokun, one of the teachers earlier declared missing after the attack, was reportedly murdered while in captivity.

    Fresh fear after school attack

    The victims were abducted during coordinated attacks on Community High School, Ahoro-Esinele, and Yawota Baptist Nursery and Primary School on Friday after armed men reportedly stormed the communities on motorcycles.

    Community sources disclosed that about 46 persons, including teachers, students and pupils, were abducted during the invasion.

    The attackers were also said to have carted away four motorcycles belonging to residents during the operation.

    List of abducted teachers

    Among the teachers earlier reported missing were Mrs. Alamu Folawe, Principal of Community High School; Mr. Ojo Jonathan, Vice Principal; Mr. Olatunde Zacchaeus; Mr. John Olaleye; Mr. Michael Oyedokun; Mrs. Oladeji; and Mary Akanbi of Yawota Baptist Nursery and Primary School.

    RNN had earlier reported that Mrs. Alamu appeared in a viral video appealing to the Federal Government, Governor Seyi Makinde and well-meaning Nigerians to intervene and secure the release of the abducted victims.

    Police yet to react to fresh claim

    The Nigeria Police Force in Oyo had earlier confirmed the abduction and announced the deployment of tactical and intelligence teams to rescue the victims and track down the kidnappers.

    However, as of the time of filing this report, authorities were yet to officially confirm or react to the video alleging the killing of Mr. Oyedokun.

  • Oyo School Abduction: Kidnapped Principal, Nursing Mother Plead For Help In Viral Video

    Terrorists who abducted students and staff of Community High School, Esinele in Oyo State have released a video showing the school principal and another victim appealing for urgent rescue.

    The victims were reportedly kidnapped during an attack on the school on Friday morning, an incident that has sparked fresh concerns over rising insecurity in parts of the South-West.

    Principal Pleads For Government Intervention

    In the video, the principal of the school, Mrs Alamu, confirmed that students and staff were taken during the attack, urging authorities to act swiftly to secure their release.

    She appealed directly to the Federal Government, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, the Christian Association of Nigeria, and well-meaning Nigerians to intervene.

    According to her, the abducted victims are in distress and need urgent help to return safely to their families.

    Nursing Mother Breaks Down In Tears

    In a separate clip, a nursing mother identified as Aiyedaunsi Temitope also appealed for assistance, describing the ordeal as traumatic.

    She said she previously worked at First Baptist Church in Ogbomosho before the attack and pleaded for negotiations to secure their release.

    “They are all crying… please help us so we will not lose our lives,” she said tearfully in the video.

    Growing Security Concerns

    The incident adds to growing fears over repeated school attacks and kidnappings in different parts of the country, with residents calling for stronger security presence around vulnerable communities.

    Authorities are yet to issue an official update on rescue efforts or the number of victims affected.

  • Gunmen Kidnap Oyo Businessman, 10-Year-Old Girl Hit By Stray Bullet During Attack

    Unknown gunmen on Monday night abducted a businessman, Wasiu Aleshinloye, from his residence in Irawo community, Atisbo Local Government Area of Oyo State after allegedly trailing him from a market in Ago-Are.

    The incident was confirmed by the Oyo State Police Command through its spokesperson, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, who said the kidnappers stormed the victim’s residence and whisked him away at gunpoint.

    Gunshots Trigger Panic In Community

    Residents were thrown into panic after the attackers reportedly fired several gunshots into the air to disperse people in the area during the operation.

    During the attack, a 10-year-old girl identified as Modinat Aleshinloye was hit by a stray bullet and sustained injuries.

    She was immediately rushed to hospital for treatment and extraction of pellets, while the whereabouts of the abducted businessman remain unknown.

    Police Recover Evidence At Scene

    According to DSP Olayinka, the incident was reported at Tede Division around 10:20 p.m. on May 11, 2026.

    “Preliminary investigation revealed that one Alhaji Wasiu Aleshinloye was allegedly trailed from Kraal Market, Ago-Are, to his filling station in Irawo and subsequently to his residence, where he was abducted at gunpoint by three armed men to an unknown destination,” he stated.

    The police spokesperson added that detectives recovered three expended ammunition shells from the scene, which are currently undergoing ballistic examination.

    He also disclosed that three face caps suspected to belong to the kidnappers were recovered during investigations.

    No Ransom Demand Yet

    Sources disclosed that the kidnappers had yet to contact the victim’s family or make any ransom demand as of the time of filing this report.

    The police assured residents that tactical and intelligence-led operations had commenced to rescue the businessman and arrest those behind the attack.

    The incident has further heightened concerns over rising insecurity in several parts of Nigeria, despite ongoing security operations across the country.

  • “Makinde Owes Me” — Saheed Osupa Speaks on Rift, Backs APC Ahead of 2027

    Fuji star Saheed Osupa has broken his silence on his fallout with Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, accusing the administration of failing to honour agreements reached during the 2019 election campaign.

    Why the rift resurfaced

    The singer spoke after performing at the governorship declaration of Sharafadeen Alli in Yemetu, Ibadan, where he openly criticised Makinde’s government and declared support for the APC ahead of the 2027 elections.

    At the event, Osupa dismissed the idea of “Omituntun 3.0” and went as far as calling the governor a thief, a comment that has since triggered reactions.

    Claims over unpaid campaign work

    In a follow-up video, Osupa explained that he actively supported Makinde’s 2019 campaign, performing at rallies after being invited by the team.

    He said there was an agreement that he would be rewarded after the election victory, but claimed that promise was never fulfilled.

    “They gave me musical work for the governor’s rally in 2019 and negotiated the job, stating they would ‘do me well’ after winning the election,” he said.

    “However, they became my enemy after securing the mandate, yet they still refuse to pay for my work,” he added.

    Allegation of damaged property

    The singer also alleged that his car was damaged during the campaign period, with assurances from the team that it would be replaced.

    According to him, that promise was not kept, further deepening his grievances with the administration.

    “They damaged my car during the campaign and promised to give me another one,” he said.

    Call for public understanding

    Osupa urged Nigerians to verify facts before criticising his position, insisting that his stance is based on personal experience rather than politics alone.

    His comments have added a new twist to political conversations in Oyo State as alignments begin to take shape ahead of the 2027 elections.