A former member of the House of Representatives, TeeJay Yusuf, has commended the nation’s security forces for securing the release of the schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Oyo State after spending 56 days in captivity.
Key Highlights:
- TeeJay Yusuf praised security forces for rescuing Oyo abducted schoolchildren.
- The victims were freed after 56 days in captivity.
- Yusuf described the operation as courageous and professional.
- He urged stronger efforts against kidnapping nationwide.
- Families and Nigerians welcomed the safe return of the victims.
Yusuf, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), conveyed the commendation in a statement on Saturday, describing the victims’ rescue as a major relief for their families and the nation.
The former three-term lawmaker from Kogi State, praised the security operatives for what he described as a courageous and professional operation.
“I warmly commend our gallant security forces for the successful rescue of the Oyo schoolchildren and their teachers after more than 50 days in the captivity of their abductors,” Yusuf said.
“Their safe return is a profound relief to their families and to all Nigerians who have kept them in their thoughts and prayers throughout this difficult period.”
He said the successful operation demonstrates the courage, professionalism, resilience and unwavering commitment of security personnel in protecting the country.
Yusuf, however, urged the government and security agencies to sustain efforts to tackle the growing menace of kidnapping and other violent crimes across Nigeria.
Read also:
- ‘I’ll Risk My Life for Them’: Makinde Makes Emotional Promise as VDM Leads Protest Over Oyo Kidnapped Children
- Atiku slams FG’s handling of kidnapping of Oyo schoolchildren, teachers
- Kidnapped Oyo school principal begs Tinubu, Makinde to negotiate with abductors
“While we celebrate this outcome, we must remain steadfast in strengthening our collective resolve to end kidnapping and all forms of criminality across the country. Every Nigerian deserves to live, learn, and work in safety,” he stated.
He also congratulated all those involved in the rescue operation and prayed for the continued safety and strength of security personnel as they discharge their responsibilities.
The schoolchildren and their teachers were recently freed after spending 56 days in the custody of their abductors, bringing an end to weeks of anxiety for their families and the wider public.
