The Yoruba Youth Council (YYC) has strongly condemned the reported invasion of a school in Esinle community, Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, where armed bandits abducted the school principal and several students, while teachers were attacked, resulting in casualties and injuries.
In a statement signed by the President of the Yoruba Youth Council, Aare Alawode Rahmon, the Council described the incident as a tragic and heartbreaking assault on the future of Yorubaland.
According to reports, what should have been a peaceful day of learning turned into a scene of terror as gunmen stormed the school premises, whisked away the principal and some students, and shot teachers in the process. The attack has thrown parents, residents, and the entire Ogbomoso community into fear and mourning.
The Council expressed deep sorrow over the death of the affected teachers and extended heartfelt condolences to their families, colleagues, and the entire education community.
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“We mourn the heroic teachers who paid the ultimate price in the line of duty. Their sacrifice will not be forgotten. We also pray for the speedy recovery of those injured and the safe return of the abducted principal and students,” the statement read.
The Yoruba Youth Council called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, and the revered Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye to take immediate and decisive action to secure the release of the victims.
The Council also urged the Nigerian Armed Forces, the Police, and other security agencies to intensify rescue operations and ensure that the perpetrators are apprehended and brought to justice.
Aare Alawode Rahmon emphasized that schools must remain safe havens for learning and development, not grounds for violence and terror.
“This disturbing attack is a reminder that insecurity remains a serious threat to our people. We call for stronger security architecture, enhanced intelligence gathering, and coordinated efforts to flush terrorists and criminal elements out of Yorubaland and Nigeria at large,” he stated.
The Yoruba Youth Council reaffirmed its commitment to advocating for the protection of lives, the safety of students and teachers, and the preservation of peace across the South-West region.
“Yorubaland deserves peace. Our children deserve safety. Education must never be interrupted by fear,” the statement concluded.
Signed:
Aare Alawode Rahmon
President, Yoruba Youth Council (YYC)
