Soun of Ogbomoso, Senator Buhari Visit Rescued Oyo Pupils, Teachers at Military Cantonment
The Soun of Ogbomosoland, His Imperial Majesty Oba Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye, Orumogege III, on Friday led a delegation to the Ojoo Military Cantonment, Ibadan, to visit the pupils and teachers recently rescued from captivity after spending more than 50 days in the hands of terrorists.
The monarch was accompanied by Senator Fatai Buhari, the Alaajawa of Ajaawa, Oba Thompson Adeyeye Oyetunji, and the Onisapa of Isapa, Oba Bolarinwa Ezekiel Olajide. They were received by the General Officer Commanding (GOC) and other senior military officers.
During the visit, the delegation met with the rescued victims, who are currently receiving medical care following their rescue by security operatives.
Speaking after the visit, the Soun said hearing the victims recount their experiences was both painful and emotional, describing their survival as an act of divine intervention.
According to the monarch, the children and teachers narrated how they endured severe hardship while in captivity. He disclosed that the male teachers were kept chained and blindfolded throughout their ordeal, while one of the abducted teachers was reportedly killed by the terrorists.
Oba Olaoye thanked God for preserving the lives of the victims and bringing them back safely to their families, describing the rescue as a testimony of God’s mercy and faithfulness.
The monarch also commended the Federal Government, the Oyo State Government, the Nigerian Armed Forces and other security agencies for their coordinated efforts, courage and professionalism, which led to the successful rescue of the victims.
He urged Nigerians to continue praying for those who remain in captivity across the country, expressing hope that they would also regain their freedom.
Oba Olaoye further prayed for lasting peace in Ogbomosoland and across Nigeria, saying no community should experience the pain and trauma associated with kidnapping and terrorism.
The rescued pupils and teachers were abducted in Oyo State and spent over 50 days in captivity before they were freed during a security operation. They are currently undergoing medical evaluation and receiving treatment at the military facility before reuniting with their families.
