The City Boy Movement in Oyo State has donated medical equipment and healthcare supplies to residents of Esinele community in Oriire Local Government Area following the abduction of teachers and pupils in the area.
The donation was made on Tuesday during a condolence and solidarity visit led by the group’s state director, Olufemi Onireti.
Speaking during the visit, Onireti expressed confidence that the abducted teachers and pupils would regain their freedom soon, saying government authorities and security agencies were working to secure their safe release.
He said: “We have the assurance that the teachers and pupils will return in peace.
“Government is working tirelessly to ensure their safe release.
“We are here to identify with the people of Esinele and support the community during this difficult period.”
Onireti urged residents not to lose hope despite the ordeal facing the community.
He said: “I want to advise you all not to lose hope.
“The government and security agencies are doing everything possible to secure their release.
“Your children will return in peace.
“We share in your pain and will continue to pray and support you until they are reunited with their families.”
He added that the medical supplies would improve access to basic healthcare services and provide relief to residents.
The director also presented a cash donation of N1m to the family of the late Michael Oyedokun, one of the teachers affected by the incident.
In addition, he announced scholarship awards for Oyedokun’s sons, Oyedokun Abiodun and Samuel Oyedokun, to support their education.
The abduction occurred during coordinated attacks on Baptist Nursery and Primary School, Yawota; Community Grammar School; and L.A. Primary School, Esiele, in Oriire Local Government Area on May 15, 2026.
The Elesinele of Esinele, High Chief Tajudeen Abioye, commended both the Federal Government and the Oyo State Government for their interventions since the incident.
He specifically appreciated President Bola Tinubu and Governor Seyi Makinde for their concern and commitment towards resolving the situation.
According to the traditional ruler, government emissaries who visited the community assured residents that efforts were ongoing to secure the release of the abducted teachers and pupils.
Abioye, however, appealed for faster action to ensure the victims regained their freedom.
He said: “We appreciate the Federal and State Governments for standing by us during this difficult time.
“We have received assurances from government representatives that the teachers and pupils will be released.
“We appeal that all necessary steps be taken to hasten their return to their families.”
The abduction sparked concern across Oyo State, with residents and stakeholders calling for stronger efforts to secure the victims’ release and improve security in rural communities.
The incident also claimed the life of teacher Michael Oyedokun, whose death has attracted sympathy from individuals and groups across the state.
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