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Oyo State
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Senator Ningi Calls for Public Parade and Prosecution of Oyo Kidnapping Suspects
Senator Abdul Ningi has pressed the Nigerian government to publicly parade and prosecute those responsible for the recent kidnapping of students and teachers in Oyo State.
July 15, 2026
Rufai Oseni criticizes political friction between Makinde and Federal Government over Oyo kidnapping
Arise TV host Rufai Oseni calls for an end to the political feuding between Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and the Federal Government following the recent kidnapping of students and teachers.
July 15, 2026
Senate Authorizes N50 Million Relief Fund for Families of Slain Oyo Rescue Victims
The Nigerian Senate has approved N50 million in compensation for the families of two teachers and three soldiers killed during the Oriire, Oyo State kidnapping and rescue mission.
July 15, 2026
Oyo Kidnapping: Nigerian Senate Allocates N50 Million to Relatives of Fallen Educators and Soldiers
The Senate has approved a N50 million relief package for the families of two teachers and three soldiers killed during an abduction rescue operation in Oyo State.
July 15, 2026
Oyo Kidnapping: Hospital Releases 31 Pupils While Eight Remain Under Care
Following the rescue of 39 kidnapped pupils in Oyo State, 31 have been discharged from the LAUTECH Teaching Hospital, while eight students continue to receive medical care.
July 15, 2026
Trio apprehended in Oyo for theft of railway components worth 200 million naira
Oyo State police have arrested three men for stealing railway infrastructure valued at 200 million naira after receiving a tip from the public.
July 15, 2026
Oyo APC Challenges Governor Makinde to Face Investigation Regarding Financial and Security Allegations
The Oyo State APC has rebuked Governor Seyi Makinde for involving the United Nations in local security issues, instead demanding that he answer for multiple financial and security allegations within his administration.
July 14, 2026
Families Gather at Ogbomoso Hospital as Rescued Oyo Students Await Homecoming
Families have gathered at the LAUTECH Teaching Hospital in Ogbomoso to reunite with 39 students and seven teachers rescued after their abduction in Oyo State.
July 14, 2026
NDC Supports Governor Makinde’s Request for UN Inquiry into Oriire School Kidnapping
The Nigeria Democratic Congress has aligned with Governor Seyi Makinde’s push for a United Nations investigation into the abduction of students and teachers in Oriire, citing the need for transparency and accountability.
July 14, 2026
Senate criticizes Governor Makinde regarding UN investigation request for Oyo kidnapping
The Nigerian Senate has censured Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde for requesting a United Nations inquiry into a recent kidnapping, labeling the move as trivializing a grave situation.
July 14, 2026