Friday, July 17, 2026

Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State

July 13, 2026

Makinde seeks UN, global rights bodies’ probe of Oyo school abduction

Mr Makinde’s call on international organisations to probe the abduction came days after he linked the abduction to his 2027 presidential ambition.

June 9, 2026

Widespread abductions, killings sponsored to rubbish Tinubu’s achievements, Akpabio says

“Be very vigilant and be careful about people trying to kidnap for ransom. They are kidnapping in order to give the impression that Nigeria is not safe,” He said.

Godswill Akpabio
June 4, 2026
Sunday Igboho and the Oyo hostages
June 2, 2026

Actor Seyi Awolowo criticises Tinubu, other politicians for politicking while Oyo schoolchildren, staff remain in captivity

He also condemned his friends for campaigning ahead of the 2027 elections rather than holding the government to account.

Seyi Awolowo
May 31, 2026

School Abduction: Makinde visits Oriire, reassures families of rescue efforts 

Mr Makinde disclosed that all available resources have been deployed to ensure the rescue of the victims.

Makinde at Oriire
May 18, 2026

Tinubu condemns killing of abducted Oyo teacher, assures rescue efforts 

He also urged the National Assembly to expedite the passage of legislation establishing state police to strengthen security.

President Bola Tinubu