PHOTOS: The Operation that ‘rescued’ Oyo pupils, teachers
Nigerian security forces have secured release of the pupils and teachers who were abducted by Ansaru terrorists in Oyo State, on May 15, 2026. The intelligence led Search and Rescue operation, which concluded on 9 July 2026, followed a direct presidential mandate and was executed by a Defence Headquarters directed Joint Inter Agency Task Force […]
Nigerian security forces have secured release of the pupils and teachers who were abducted by Ansaru terrorists in Oyo State, on May 15, 2026.
The intelligence led Search and Rescue operation, which concluded on 9 July 2026, followed a direct presidential mandate and was executed by a Defence Headquarters directed Joint Inter Agency Task Force that included the Army, Navy and Airforce as well as support elements from the Army, Navy and Airforce as well as support elements from the NPF, DSS, NIA, DIA and NSCDC.
The rescued victims have undergone comprehensive medical assessments and received initial psychosocial support
They are expected to handed over to the Oyo State Government before being reunited with their families.
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See pictures of the operation below:
