Oriire abduction: Ogbomoso Ajilete Group, Ibadan sympathises with victims' families, condemns kidnap

Oriire abduction: Ogbomoso Ajilete Group, Ibadan sympathises with victims’ families, condemns kidnap

Khalid ABRAHAM

The Ogbomoso Ajilete Group, Ibadan, has expressed sympathy with the families of the pupils, students and teachers abducted in Oriire local government area of Oyo state, describing the incident as painful and disturbing.

The group, in a statement jointly signed by its President, Alhaji Oladiran Gbadamosi, and Secretary, Prince Oyekola Oladipo (Aresa), condemned the abduction and called for the safe return of all the victims.

According to the statement, the unfortunate incident has brought pain, fear and anxiety to the affected families, the Yawota and Ahoro Esinele communities, as well as the entire Ogbomosoland at home and in the diaspora.

“We are deeply saddened and disturbed by this unfortunate incident that has brought pain, fear, and anguish to the affected families of the pupils/students, teachers and the entire Ogbomoso (Yawota, Ahoro Esinele) community, home and abroad.

“We condemn this dastardly act in the strongest terms. We pray to Almighty God to grant the affected families the fortitude and strength to bear this trying period. We also pray fervently for the safe return of our people pupils/ students and teachers.”

The association expressed solidarity with the families of the abducted pupils, students and teachers, praying to God to grant them strength and fortitude during the difficult period.

It also offered prayers for the safe release of all those still being held in captivity.

The group pledged its support for the Soun-in-Council, community leaders and security agencies in ongoing efforts to restore peace, safety and stability to Ogbomosoland.

“We stand firmly with the families, the Soun-in-Council, community leaders, and all relevant security agencies in the collective quest to restore peace, safety and stability to Ogbomoso land. We urge citizens to remain calm, vigilant, and prayerful. We have faith that our loved pupils, students, and teachers will be reunited with their families soon.”

It urged residents to remain calm, vigilant and prayerful, expressing optimism that the abducted pupils, students and teachers would soon be reunited with their families.

The association also prayed for lasting peace and security across Ogbomosoland.