Dr Abiodun Oyeyemi expresses joy over Orire abductees' release, preaches unity, love

Dr Abiodun Oyeyemi expresses joy over Orire abductees’ release, preaches unity, love

Yinka ADETUNJI

An Ogbomoso-based senior lawyer and former chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Ogbomoso branch, Dr. Abiodun Oyeyemi, has expressed joy over the successful rescue of the pupils and teachers abducted from three schools in Oriire local government area of Oyo state.

Oyeyemi, who recently bagged his PhD at Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State, made this known in a statement issued on Saturday.

He commended the “unity, resilience and prayers demonstrated by the people of Ogbomosoland throughout the period the victims remained in captivity.”

The legal practitioner also extended his condolences to the families of the teachers who lost their lives during the incident, praying God to grant them the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.

Oyeyemi lauded the gallantry of security operatives involved in the rescue operation, praying for God’s protection and strength as they continue to defend the nation.

He also commended media organisations, particularly Ogbomoso Insight, Parrot Radio and other print and electronic media platforms, for keeping members of the public adequately informed throughout the period of the crisis.

He called on residents of Ogbomosoland to sustain the spirit of unity displayed during the two-month ordeal, irrespective of religious, political and other differences.

According to him, “Muslims, Christians and traditional worshippers united in daily prayers, especially through programmes on Parrot Radio,” a development he described as a major source of strength during the difficult period.

Oyeyemi urged the people to continue working together for the peace, progress and prosperity of Ogbomosoland.

He also advised residents to remain security conscious by providing useful information to security agencies, stressing that security remains the responsibility of everyone.

The lawyer expressed appreciation to the Federal Government, Oyo State Government, traditional rulers, security agencies, non-governmental organisations, community associations, the media and members of the public for their various contributions towards the successful rescue of the abducted victims.

He prayed for lasting peace in Ogbomosoland, Oyo State and Nigeria, while asking God to expose and flush out criminal elements from the country.