Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, says the pupils and teachers rescued from captivity after their abduction in Oriire Local Government Area will remain under medical observation for 48 hours before being formally handed over to the Oyo State Government.
He disclosed this during a visit to the rescued victims at the Headquarters of the 2 Division Nigerian Army Medical Services, Odogbo Barracks, Ibadan, where they are currently receiving medical care following their release
Makinde confirmed that all 39 abducted pupils and five of the seven teachers had been successfully rescued and reunited with security personnel.
The governor further disclosed that arrangements were underway to allow family members to visit the rescued victims at the military facility, revealing that one of the rescued girls had repeatedly asked to see her mother since regaining freedom.
He also commended the Nigerian Army, other security agencies and all those involved in the rescue mission for their courage, professionalism and unwavering commitment to securing the victims’ safe return but revealed that the rescue operation came at a painful cost, as some security operatives lost their lives in the line of duty.
